HYG 118520
HYG 118520 is a M-type (Red) star.
Located approximately 79.5 light-years from Earth, HYG 118520 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
HYG 118520 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +17.00, HYG 118520 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 | +17.00 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 15.06 |
| Distance | 79.5 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 8h 2.35m |
| Declination | 3° 19.87′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 118520?
HYG 118520 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118520 from Earth?
HYG 118520 is approximately 79.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118520 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 17.00, HYG 118520 is not visible to the naked eye.