HYG 118688
HYG 118688 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.
HYG 118688 lies approximately 45.2 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 45 years ago.
HYG 118688 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HYG 118688 has an apparent magnitude of +8.69, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.330.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | 1,330 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +8.69 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | 7,98 |
| Distancia | 45.2 ly |
| Constelación | Ursa Major |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 10h 30,44m |
| Declinación | 56° 0,02′ |
Preguntas frecuentes
What type of star is HYG 118688?
HYG 118688 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HYG 118688 from Earth?
HYG 118688 is approximately 45.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118688 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.69, HYG 118688 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HYG 118688 in?
HYG 118688 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.