HYG 117973
HYG 117973 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 117973 lies approximately 49.8 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 49 years ago.
HYG 117973 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +13.22, HYG 117973 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.600.
물리적 특성
| 분광형 | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| 색지수 (B−V) | 1.600 |
관측
| 겉보기 등급 | +13.22 |
| 절대 등급 | 12.30 |
| 거리 | 49.8 ly |
위치
| 적경 | 0h 16.26m |
| 적위 | 19° 51.84′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 117973?
HYG 117973 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 117973 from Earth?
HYG 117973 is approximately 49.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 117973 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 13.22, HYG 117973 is not visible to the naked eye.