HYG 117956
HYG 117956 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 117956 lies approximately 31.3 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 31 years ago.
HYG 117956 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +12.84, HYG 117956 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 +1.630.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | 1,630 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +12.84 |
| Magnitude Absolue | 12,93 |
| Distance | 31.3 ly |
Position
| Ascension droite | 0h 4,67m |
| Déclinaison | -40° 42,31′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 117956?
HYG 117956 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 117956 from Earth?
HYG 117956 is approximately 31.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 117956 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.84, HYG 117956 is not visible to the naked eye.