HYG 118569
HYG 118569 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 118569 lies approximately 40.9 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 40 years ago.
HYG 118569 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +13.14, HYG 118569 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 +1.640.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 1.640 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +13.14 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 12.65 |
| Distance | 40.9 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 8h 52.68m |
| Declination | 28° 19.04′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 118569?
HYG 118569 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118569 from Earth?
HYG 118569 is approximately 40.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118569 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 13.14, HYG 118569 is not visible to the naked eye.