HYG 118257
HYG 118257 is a M-type (Red) star.
Located approximately 71.0 light-years from Earth, HYG 118257 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HYG 118257 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +11.60, HYG 118257 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 | +11.60 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 9.91 |
| Distance | 71.0 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 3h 45.41m |
| Declination | -27° 51.69′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 118257?
HYG 118257 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118257 from Earth?
HYG 118257 is approximately 71.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118257 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 11.60, HYG 118257 is not visible to the naked eye.