NGC 2170

NGC 2170 is a reflection nebula in the constellation Monoceros. It was discovered on October 16, 1784 by William Herschel.[1]

NGC 2170
Reflection nebula
Taken from the Mount Lemmon Observatory
Credit: Adam Block
Observation data: J2000 epoch
Right ascension06h 07m 31,3s[1]
Declination−06° 23′ 53″[1]
Apparent dimensions (V)2.0' x 2.0'[1]
ConstellationMonoceros

References
  1. Seligman, Courtney. "Celestial Atlas: NGC Objects: NGC 2150 - 2199". cseligman.com. Archived from the original on 9 July 2015. Retrieved 9 July 2015.



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