HYG 117979
HYG 117979 is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Andromeda.
At a distance of approximately 11.6 light-years, HYG 117979 is one of the Sun's closest stellar neighbors. Light that we observe from HYG 117979 today left the star roughly 11 years ago, making it a near neighbor in galactic terms.
HYG 117979 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
At an apparent magnitude of +11.06, HYG 117979 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 +1.790.
Đặc tính vật lý
| Phân Loại Quang Phổ | M Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Chỉ số màu (B−V) | 1,790 |
Quan sát
| Cấp Sao Biểu Kiến | +11.06 |
| Cấp Sao Tuyệt Đối | 13,30 |
| Khoảng Cách | 11.6 ly |
| Chòm Sao | Andromeda |
Vị trí
| Xích kinh | 0h 18,31m |
| Xích vĩ | 44° 1,41′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is HYG 117979?
HYG 117979 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HYG 117979 from Earth?
HYG 117979 is approximately 11.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HYG 117979 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 11.06, HYG 117979 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HYG 117979 in?
HYG 117979 is located in the constellation Andromeda.