HYG 119102
HYG 119102 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 119102 lies approximately 31.2 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 31 years ago.
HYG 119102 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +12.68, HYG 119102 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 +1.610.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 1.610 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +12.68 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 12.78 |
| Distance | 31.2 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 16h 40.81m |
| Declination | -46° 0.44′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 119102?
HYG 119102 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 119102 from Earth?
HYG 119102 is approximately 31.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 119102 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.68, HYG 119102 is not visible to the naked eye.