HYG 118261

HYG 118261 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Taurus.

HYG 118261 lies approximately 40.9 light-years from Earth, placing it within the Sun's local stellar neighborhood. This relatively short cosmic distance means the light reaching us today departed the star only about 40 years ago.

HYG 118261 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +14.51, HYG 118261 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.870.

Propiedades físicas

Clase Espectral K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de color (B−V) 1,870

Observación

Magnitud Aparente +14.51
Magnitud Absoluta 14,02
Distancia 40.9 ly
Constelación Taurus

Posición

Ascensión recta 3h 47,34m
Declinación 8° 41,88′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HYG 118261?
HYG 118261 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HYG 118261 from Earth?
HYG 118261 is approximately 40.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118261 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 14.51, HYG 118261 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HYG 118261 in?
HYG 118261 is located in the constellation Taurus.