HYG 118560

HYG 118560 is a M-type (Red) star.

Located approximately 72.9 light-years from Earth, HYG 118560 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HYG 118560 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +12.68, HYG 118560 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 +1.520.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral M Class M — M-type (Red)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,520

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +12.68
Magnitude Absoluta 10,93
Distância 72.9 ly

Posição

Ascensão reta 8h 42,12m
Declinação -42° 56,43′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HYG 118560?
HYG 118560 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118560 from Earth?
HYG 118560 is approximately 72.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118560 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.68, HYG 118560 is not visible to the naked eye.