NGC 578
Overlaid DSS image of NGC 578, 30' x 30' with north at top and west to the right
Aladin viewer for the region around NGC 578
MCG-04-04-020, UGCA 18, ESO 476-15, PGC 5619, GSC 06426-00140
| Type | Galaxy |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 10.93 |
| Size | 4.17' x 2.75' @ 115° |
| Right Ascension | 1h 30' 28.5" (2000) |
| Declination | 22° 40' 2" S |
| Constellation | Cetus |
| Description | B, L, pmE, gpmbM |
| Classification | SBc |
Observing Notes
Andrew Cooper
Oct 7, 2023 Kaʻohe, Mauna Kea, HI (map)
28cm f/10 SCT, NexStar 11" GyPSy @ 127x
Seeing: 6 Transparency: 7 Moon: 0%
Large, 3' diameter, faint and diffuse, generally brighter to the center without a notable core
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Nearby objects for NGC 578
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NGC 578