HYG 119538
HYG 119538 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 119538 lies approximately 45.9 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 45 years ago.
HYG 119538 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +12.76, HYG 119538 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 +1.600.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 1.600 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +12.76 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 12.02 |
| Distance | 45.9 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 22h 54.38m |
| Declination | 60° 59.58′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 119538?
HYG 119538 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 119538 from Earth?
HYG 119538 is approximately 45.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 119538 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 12.76, HYG 119538 is not visible to the naked eye.