HYG 117971
HYG 117971 is a M-type (Red) star.
Located approximately 65.2 light-years from Earth, HYG 117971 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HYG 117971 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +10.95, HYG 117971 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +10.95 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 9.44 |
| Distance | 65.2 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 0h 15.86m |
| Declination | -67° 59.85′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 117971?
HYG 117971 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 117971 from Earth?
HYG 117971 is approximately 65.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 117971 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.95, HYG 117971 is not visible to the naked eye.