HYG 118707

HYG 118707 is a M-type (Red) star.

At a distance of approximately 14.8 light-years, HYG 118707 is one of the Sun's closest stellar neighbors. Light that we observe from HYG 118707 today left the star roughly 14 years ago, making it a near neighbor in galactic terms.

HYG 118707 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +15.60, HYG 118707 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 +2.100.

Propiedades físicas

Clase Espectral M Class M — M-type (Red)
Índice de color (B−V) 2,100

Observación

Magnitud Aparente +15.60
Magnitud Absoluta 17,32
Distancia 14.8 ly

Posición

Ascensión recta 10h 48,21m
Declinación -11° 20,20′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HYG 118707?
HYG 118707 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118707 from Earth?
HYG 118707 is approximately 14.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118707 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 15.60, HYG 118707 is not visible to the naked eye.