HYG 118338

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HYG 118338 is a K-type (Orange) star.

HYG 118338 lies approximately 42.1 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 42 years ago.

HYG 118338 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +13.43, HYG 118338 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 +1.610.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale K Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,610

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +13.43
Magnitude Absolue 12,87
Distance 42.1 ly

Position

Ascension droite 4h 52,57m
Déclinaison 40° 42,46′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HYG 118338?
HYG 118338 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HYG 118338 from Earth?
HYG 118338 is approximately 42.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118338 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 13.43, HYG 118338 is not visible to the naked eye.