HYG 118418
HYG 118418 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 118418 lies approximately 43.5 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 43 years ago.
HYG 118418 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +12.32, HYG 118418 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 +1.590.
Физические свойства
| Спектральный класс | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Показатель цвета (B−V) | 1,590 |
Наблюдение
| Видимая звёздная величина | +12.32 |
| Абсолютная звёздная величина | 11,70 |
| Расстояние | 43.5 ly |
Положение
| Прямое восхождение | 6h 10,93m |
| Склонение | -43° 24,58′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 118418?
HYG 118418 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118418 from Earth?
HYG 118418 is approximately 43.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118418 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.32, HYG 118418 is not visible to the naked eye.