HYG 118859
HYG 118859 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Virgo.
Located approximately 53.5 light-years from Earth, HYG 118859 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HYG 118859 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +12.54, HYG 118859 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 +1.560.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | 1,560 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +12.54 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | 11,47 |
| Distancia | 53.5 ly |
| Constelación | Virgo |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 13h 0,07m |
| Declinación | -5° 37,84′ |
Preguntas frecuentes
What type of star is HYG 118859?
HYG 118859 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118859 from Earth?
HYG 118859 is approximately 53.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118859 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.54, HYG 118859 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HYG 118859 in?
HYG 118859 is located in the constellation Virgo.