HYG 118918

HYG 118918 is a star located in the constellation Centaurus.

HYG 118918 lies approximately 47.3 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 47 years ago.

HYG 118918 has an apparent magnitude of +9.12, 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 +1.360.

Propriétés physiques

Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,360

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +9.12
Magnitude Absolue 8,31
Distance 47.3 ly
Constellation Centaurus

Position

Ascension droite 13h 47,71m
Déclinaison -32° 25,94′

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is HYG 118918 from Earth?
HYG 118918 is approximately 47.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118918 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.12, HYG 118918 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HYG 118918 in?
HYG 118918 is located in the constellation Centaurus.