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Globular cluster NGC1916 near N119 in the Large Magellanic Cloud
This image is centered on the bright, rich and compact cluster (NGC 1916), located close to N119. N119 is an "H II region" in the LMC. The most remarkable characteristic is its pronounced spiral shape that is reminiscent of a barred spiral galaxy.
Credit:ESO
Over de afbeelding
| Id: | eso9931f |
| Type: | Observatie |
| Publicatiedatum: | 22 juni 1999 |
| Gerelateerde berichten: | eso9931 |
| Grootte: | 2303 x 2298 px |
Over het object
| Naam: | NGC 1916 |
| Type: | Local Universe : Star : Grouping : Cluster : Globular |
| Afstand: | 170000 lichtjaren |
| Constellation: | Dorado |
| Categorie: | Star Clusters |
Coordinates
| Position (RA): | 5 18 37.80 |
| Position (Dec): | -69° 24' 23.29" |
| Field of view: | 3.44 x 3.43 arcminutes |
| Orientation: | North is 0.0° right of vertical |
Bekijk in World Wide Telescope:
Kleuren & filters
| Band | Telescoop |
|---|---|
| Optisch B | MPG/ESO 2.2-metre telescope WFI |
| Optisch V | MPG/ESO 2.2-metre telescope WFI |
| Optisch H-alpha | MPG/ESO 2.2-metre telescope WFI |