HYG 119113
HYG 119113 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 119113 lies approximately 18.7 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 18 years ago.
HYG 119113 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +16.78, HYG 119113 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 +1.990.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 1.990 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +16.78 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 17.99 |
| Distance | 18.7 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 16h 55.59m |
| Declination | -8° 23.75′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 119113?
HYG 119113 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 119113 from Earth?
HYG 119113 is approximately 18.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 119113 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 16.78, HYG 119113 is not visible to the naked eye.