IC 521
Overlaid DSS image of IC 521, 30' x 30' with north at top and west to the right
Aladin viewer for the region around IC 521
MCG+01-23-002, PGC 24658, SDSS J084643.96+023214.7
| Type | Galaxy |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 14 |
| Size | 0.587' x 0.34' @ 85° |
| Right Ascension | 8h 46' 43.9" (2000) |
| Declination | 2° 32' 15" N |
| Constellation | Hydra |
| Classification | E3 |
Observing Notes
Harold Corwin
Javelle described this as "13th magnitude star surrounded by nebulosity. The nebulous character is certain." It is, of course, a galaxy, the brightest in a small group. At least one other galaxy is superposed on the corona (its position is included in the table), and there are three other fainter objects there, too. Two of these look like galaxies as well, while the faintest -- almost directly north of IC 521 -- could be a faint Galactic star.
Other Data Sources for IC 521
Nearby objects for IC 521
4 objects found within 120'
| Eta Hydrae | IC 2420 | |
| Minchir |
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IC 521