HYG 118956
HYG 118956 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Virgo.
Located approximately 56.2 light-years from Earth, HYG 118956 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HYG 118956 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +12.76, HYG 118956 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 +1.590.
Propiedades físicas
| Clase Espectral | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Índice de color (B−V) | 1,590 |
Observación
| Magnitud Aparente | +12.76 |
| Magnitud Absoluta | 11,58 |
| Distancia | 56.2 ly |
| Constelación | Virgo |
Posición
| Ascensión recta | 14h 17,98m |
| Declinación | 0° 31,59′ |
Preguntas frecuentes
What type of star is HYG 118956?
HYG 118956 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HYG 118956 from Earth?
HYG 118956 is approximately 56.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118956 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.76, HYG 118956 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HYG 118956 in?
HYG 118956 is located in the constellation Virgo.