HYG 118405
HYG 118405 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 118405 lies approximately 24.7 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 24 years ago.
HYG 118405 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +11.71, HYG 118405 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.
Propriedades físicas
| Classe Espectral | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Índice de cor (B−V) | 1,600 |
Observação
| Magnitude Aparente | +11.71 |
| Magnitude Absoluta | 12,32 |
| Distância | 24.7 ly |
Posição
| Ascensão reta | 6h 1,17m |
| Declinação | 59° 36,06′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 118405?
HYG 118405 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118405 from Earth?
HYG 118405 is approximately 24.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118405 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 11.71, HYG 118405 is not visible to the naked eye.