HYG 118469
HYG 118469 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Canis Major.
Located approximately 171.7 light-years from Earth, HYG 118469 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HYG 118469 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +12.11, HYG 118469 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 +1.430.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | 1,430 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +12.11 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | 8,50 |
| Distancia | 172 ly |
| Constelación | Canis Major |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 7h 17,47m |
| Declinación | -14° 0,16′ |
Preguntas frecuentes
What type of star is HYG 118469?
HYG 118469 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HYG 118469 from Earth?
HYG 118469 is approximately 171.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118469 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.11, HYG 118469 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HYG 118469 in?
HYG 118469 is located in the constellation Canis Major.