HYG 118541

HYG 118541 is a M-type (Red) star.

At a distance of approximately 11.8 light-years, HYG 118541 is one of the Sun's closest stellar neighbors. Light that we observe from HYG 118541 today left the star roughly 11 years ago, making it a near neighbor in galactic terms.

HYG 118541 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +14.81, HYG 118541 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 +2.060.

Физические свойства

Спектральный класс M Class M — M-type (Red)
Показатель цвета (B−V) 2,060

Наблюдение

Видимая звёздная величина +14.81
Абсолютная звёздная величина 17,01
Расстояние 11.8 ly

Положение

Прямое восхождение 8h 29,83m
Склонение 26° 46,71′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HYG 118541?
HYG 118541 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118541 from Earth?
HYG 118541 is approximately 11.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118541 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 14.81, HYG 118541 is not visible to the naked eye.