HYG 118913
HYG 118913 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Virgo.
HYG 118913 lies approximately 39.8 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 39 years ago.
HYG 118913 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +13.50, HYG 118913 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 | Class M — M-type (Red) |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +13.50 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 13.07 |
| Distance | 39.8 ly |
| Constellation | Virgo |
Position
| Right Ascension | 13h 42.16m |
| Declination | -16° 0.36′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 118913?
HYG 118913 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118913 from Earth?
HYG 118913 is approximately 39.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118913 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 13.50, HYG 118913 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HYG 118913 in?
HYG 118913 is located in the constellation Virgo.