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]
| 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
editReferences
edit- ^ a b "NED results for object NGC 2277". National Aeronautics and Space Administration / Infrared Processing and Analysis Center. Retrieved 5 August 2017.
- ^ a b c d "New General Catalog Objects: NGC 2250 - 2299". cseligman.com. Retrieved 5 August 2017.
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