The location of the galaxy Markarian 1018 in the constellation of Cetus

This chart shows the large but faint constellation of Cetus (The Sea Monster). Most of the stars visible with the naked eye are shown and the position of the faint active galaxy Markarian 1018 is marked with a red circle. This object is too faint to be seen easily with small telescopes.

Credit:

ESO/IAU and Sky & Telescope

About the Image

Id:eso1631c
Type:Artwork
Release date:15 September 2016, 16:00
Related releases:eso1631
Size:3338 x 3152 px

About the Object

Type:Unspecified : Sky Phenomenon : Night Sky : Constellation
Category:Illustrations

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