HYG 118573
HYG 118573 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 118573 lies approximately 47.5 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 47 years ago.
HYG 118573 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +12.52, HYG 118573 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 +1.610.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | 1,610 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +12.52 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | 11,70 |
| Distancia | 47.5 ly |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 8h 54,09m |
| Declinación | -13° 7,41′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 118573?
HYG 118573 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118573 from Earth?
HYG 118573 is approximately 47.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118573 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.52, HYG 118573 is not visible to the naked eye.