HYG 118506

HYG 118506 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Gemini.

Located approximately 70.9 light-years from Earth, HYG 118506 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HYG 118506 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HYG 118506 has an apparent magnitude of +8.60, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. 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 +8.60
Magnitude Absolue 6,91
Distance 70.9 ly
Constellation Gemini

Position

Ascension droite 7h 52,80m
Déclinaison 25° 55,68′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HYG 118506?
HYG 118506 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HYG 118506 from Earth?
HYG 118506 is approximately 70.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118506 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.60, HYG 118506 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HYG 118506 in?
HYG 118506 is located in the constellation Gemini.