HYG 118731
HYG 118731 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Ursa Major.
HYG 118731 lies approximately 38.9 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 38 years ago.
HYG 118731 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
HYG 118731 has an apparent magnitude of +9.98, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.520.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | 1,520 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +9.98 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | 9,60 |
| Distancia | 38.9 ly |
| Constelación | Ursa Major |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 11h 11,04m |
| Declinación | 30° 26,75′ |
Preguntas frecuentes
What type of star is HYG 118731?
HYG 118731 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118731 from Earth?
HYG 118731 is approximately 38.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118731 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.98, HYG 118731 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HYG 118731 in?
HYG 118731 is located in the constellation Ursa Major.