NGC 2301
In this article, we will explore the topic of NGC 2301 from different perspectives and approaches. NGC 2301 has been a topic of interest for decades, and its relevance remains high today. During this tour, we will examine its origins, its impact on society and its evolution over time. Likewise, we will analyze the various opinions and positions that exist around NGC 2301, as well as the challenges and opportunities it presents. This article aims to provide a comprehensive and enriching view on NGC 2301, in order to provide the reader with a deeper and more complete understanding of this fascinating and influential topic.
| NGC 2301 | |
|---|---|
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| Observation data (J2000 epoch) | |
| Right ascension | 06h 51m 45s |
| Declination | +00° 27′ 36″ |
| Distance | 2,840 ly (872 pc) |
| Apparent magnitude (V) | 6.0 |
| Apparent dimensions (V) | 12' |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Estimated age | 165 million years old |
| Other designations | Cr 119 |
| Associations | |
| Constellation | Monoceros |
NGC 2301 is an open cluster in the constellation Monoceros. It was discovered by William Herschel in 1786. It is visible through 7x50 binoculars and it is considered the best open cluster for small telescopes in the constellation. It is located 5° WNW of delta Monocerotis and 2° SSE of 18 Monocerotis. The brightest star of the cluster is an orange G8 subgiant star of 8.0 magnitude, but it is possible that it is a foreground star. The cluster contains also blue giants. The brightest main sequence star is a B9 star with magnitude 9.1.
References
- ^ a b c "SIMBAD Astronomical Database". Results for NGC 2301. Retrieved 2015-06-19.
- ^ WEBDA: NGC 2301
- ^ Steve O'Meara's Herschel 400 Observing Guide p. 55
- ^ Craig Crossen; Gerald Rhemann (2012). Sky Vistas: Astronomy for Binoculars and Richest-Field Telescopes. Springer Science & Business Media. p. 110. ISBN 9783709106266. Retrieved 30 October 2015.
External links
Media related to NGC 2301 at Wikimedia Commons
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