NGC 2277

NGC 2277
Observation data (J2000 epoch)
Constellation Gemini
Right ascension 06h 47m 47.0s[1]
Declination +33° 27 05[1]
Apparent dimensions (V) 0.6 × 0.3[2]
Physical characteristics
Notable features Asterism[2]

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]

See also

References

  1. 1 2 "NED results for object NGC 2277". National Aeronautics and Space Administration / Infrared Processing and Analysis Center. Retrieved 5 August 2017.
  2. 1 2 3 4 "New General Catalog Objects: NGC 2250 - 2299". cseligman.com. Retrieved 5 August 2017.


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