NGC 2024
Overlaid DSS image of NGC 2024, 60' x 60' with north at top and west to the right
Aladin viewer for the region around NGC 2024
Flame Nebula, Tank Track Tracks Nebula
LBN 953
LBN 953
| Type | Bright Nebula |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 10.7 |
| Size | 30' x 30' |
| Right Ascension | 5h 41' 42.6" (2000) |
| Declination | 1° 51' 23" S |
| Constellation | Orion |
| Description | ! irr, B, vvL, black sp incl |
| Classification | E |
Observing Notes
Andrew Cooper
Jan 12, 2002 Las Cienegas NCA, Pima Co., AZ (map)
46cm f/4.5 Deep Violet
Flame nebula, fills the field with diffuse nebulosity, multiple dark lanes readily visible, a few faint stars embedded in the nebula
Rev. T.W. Webb
May 19, 1885 Hardwick, Herefordshire, England (map)
24cm Reflector
Faint, but extensive nebula immediately following ζ; D'A., 4 large patches. 2 with 9-1/3in. spec. Gaseous.― Celestial Objects for Common Telescopes, T. W. Webb, 1917
Other Data Sources for NGC 2024
Nearby objects for NGC 2024
26 objects found within 60'
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NGC 2024