HYG 118100
HYG 118100 is a star cataloged in modern stellar databases.
At a distance of approximately 14.6 light-years, HYG 118100 is one of the Sun's closest stellar neighbors. Light that we observe from HYG 118100 today left the star roughly 14 years ago, making it a near neighbor in galactic terms.
At an apparent magnitude of +12.28, HYG 118100 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 +1.800.
Physical Properties
| Color Index (B−V) | 1.800 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +12.28 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 14.03 |
| Distance | 14.6 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 2h 0.21m |
| Declination | 13° 3.18′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is HYG 118100 from Earth?
HYG 118100 is approximately 14.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118100 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.28, HYG 118100 is not visible to the naked eye.