NGC 2277
Open cluster in the constellation Gemini / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
NGC 2277 is what appears to be an open cluster in the constellation Gemini. It was first observed on 20 April 1865 by the German astronomer Heinrich Louis d'Arrest.[2] However, it is simply an asterism formed by several stars in the sky appearing close together.[2]
Quick Facts Observation data (J2000 epoch), Right ascension ...
NGC 2277 | |
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Observation data (J2000 epoch) | |
Right ascension | 06h 47m 47.0s[1] |
Declination | +33° 27′ 05″[1] |
Apparent dimensions (V) | 0.6′ × 0.3′[2] |
Physical characteristics | |
Asterism[2] | |
Associations | |
Constellation | Gemini |
See also: Open cluster, List of open clusters |
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