HYG 118427
HYG 118427 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Canis Major.
Located approximately 93.2 light-years from Earth, HYG 118427 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HYG 118427 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +11.57, HYG 118427 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.040.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | 1,040 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +11.57 |
| Magnitude Absolue | 9,29 |
| Distance | 93.2 ly |
| Constellation | Canis Major |
Position
| Ascension droite | 6h 27,18m |
| Déclinaison | -25° 51,32′ |
Questions fréquentes
What type of star is HYG 118427?
HYG 118427 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HYG 118427 from Earth?
HYG 118427 is approximately 93.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118427 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 11.57, HYG 118427 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HYG 118427 in?
HYG 118427 is located in the constellation Canis Major.