HYG 118704
HYG 118704 is a M-type (Red) star.
At a distance of approximately 14.6 light-years, HYG 118704 is one of the Sun's closest stellar neighbors. Light that we observe from HYG 118704 today left the star roughly 14 years ago, making it a near neighbor in galactic terms.
HYG 118704 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +13.92, HYG 118704 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 +1.820.
Fiziksel Özellikler
| Spektral Sınıf | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Renk İndeksi (B−V) | 1,820 |
Gözlem
| Görünür Parlaklık | +13.92 |
| Mutlak Parlaklık | 15,66 |
| Mesafe | 14.6 ly |
Konum
| Sağ Açıklık | 10h 44,54m |
| Dik Açı | -61° 11,62′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 118704?
HYG 118704 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 118704 from Earth?
HYG 118704 is approximately 14.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 118704 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 13.92, HYG 118704 is not visible to the naked eye.