HYG 118509
HYG 118509 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 118509 lies approximately 40.8 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 40 years ago.
HYG 118509 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +13.38, HYG 118509 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars.
Propriétés physiques
| Classe Spectrale | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
Observation
| Magnitude Apparente | +13.38 |
| Magnitude Absolue | 12,90 |
| Distance | 40.8 ly |
Position
| Ascension droite | 7h 54,89m |
| Déclinaison | -29° 20,88′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 118509?
HYG 118509 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118509 from Earth?
HYG 118509 is approximately 40.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118509 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 13.38, HYG 118509 is not visible to the naked eye.