HYG 118498
HYG 118498 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 118498 lies approximately 49.6 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 49 years ago.
HYG 118498 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +16.59, HYG 118498 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 +1.200.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Indice de couleur (B−V) | 1,200 |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +16.59 |
| Magnitude Absolue | 15,68 |
| Distance | 49.6 ly |
Position
| Ascension droite | 7h 45,72m |
| Déclinaison | -33° 55,18′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 118498?
HYG 118498 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118498 from Earth?
HYG 118498 is approximately 49.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118498 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 16.59, HYG 118498 is not visible to the naked eye.