HYG 119616
HYG 119616 is a M-type (Red) star.
HYG 119616 lies approximately 24.9 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 24 years ago.
HYG 119616 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +10.96, HYG 119616 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 +1.690.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 1.690 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +10.96 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 11.26 |
| Distance | 24.9 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 3h 1.84m |
| Declination | -16° 26.07′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 119616?
HYG 119616 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 119616 from Earth?
HYG 119616 is approximately 24.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 119616 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 10.96, HYG 119616 is not visible to the naked eye.