HYG 119142
HYG 119142 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 119142 lies approximately 41.4 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 41 years ago.
HYG 119142 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +15.10, HYG 119142 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 +1.880.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 1.880 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +15.10 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 14.58 |
| Distance | 41.4 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 17h 17.73m |
| Declination | 11° 40.13′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 119142?
HYG 119142 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 119142 from Earth?
HYG 119142 is approximately 41.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 119142 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 15.10, HYG 119142 is not visible to the naked eye.