HYG 118026
HYG 118026 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 118026 lies approximately 49.6 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 49 years ago.
HYG 118026 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +17.30, HYG 118026 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 | +17.30 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 16.39 |
| Distance | 49.6 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 0h 51.59m |
| Declination | -22° 54.60′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 118026?
HYG 118026 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118026 from Earth?
HYG 118026 is approximately 49.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118026 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 17.30, HYG 118026 is not visible to the naked eye.