HYG 118273

HYG 118273 is a M-type (Red) star.

HYG 118273 lies approximately 40.3 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 118273 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +12.40, HYG 118273 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars.

Propiedades físicas

Observación

Magnitud Aparente +12.40
Magnitud Absoluta 11,94
Distancia 40.3 ly

Posición

Ascensión recta 4h 7,34m
Declinación -24° 29,10′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HYG 118273?
HYG 118273 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118273 from Earth?
HYG 118273 is approximately 40.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118273 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.40, HYG 118273 is not visible to the naked eye.