HYG 118801
HYG 118801 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 118801 lies approximately 44.1 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 44 years ago.
HYG 118801 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +12.62, HYG 118801 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 +1.680.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 1.680 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +12.62 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 11.97 |
| Distance | 44.1 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 12h 11.28m |
| Declination | -19° 58.32′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 118801?
HYG 118801 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118801 from Earth?
HYG 118801 is approximately 44.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118801 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.62, HYG 118801 is not visible to the naked eye.