NGC 4179
Overlaid DSS image of NGC 4179, 30' x 30' with north at top and west to the right
Aladin viewer for the region around NGC 4179
| Type | Galaxy |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 10.9 |
| Size | 4.2' x 4.2' @ 143° |
| Right Ascension | 12h 12' 52.1" (2000) |
| Declination | 1° 17' 59" N |
| Constellation | Virgo |
| Description | pB, pS, pmE135, bMN |
| Classification | SO |
Observing Notes
Andrew Cooper
Jan 18, 2004 Sentinel, AZ (map)
46cm f/4.5 Deep Violet
Nice, if somewhat small, edge-on galaxy, small, distinct core, clear dust lane, elongated 4:1 northwest-southeast
Other Data Sources for NGC 4179
Nearby objects for NGC 4179
5 objects found within 120'
| 10 Virginis | NGC 4116 | NGC 4123 |
| UGC 7332 | Zaniah |
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NGC 4179