HYG 117978

HYG 117978 is a M-type (Red) star.

Located approximately 83.6 light-years from Earth, HYG 117978 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HYG 117978 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +13.20, HYG 117978 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 +1.580.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral M Class M — M-type (Red)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,580

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +13.20
Magnitude Absoluta 11,16
Distância 83.6 ly

Posição

Ascensão reta 0h 17,91m
Declinação -17° 54,68′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HYG 117978?
HYG 117978 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 117978 from Earth?
HYG 117978 is approximately 83.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 117978 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 13.20, HYG 117978 is not visible to the naked eye.