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Caldwell 51

Caldwell 51 irregular

Caldwell 51, is located in the constellation Cetus, and is best seen in winter.

Caldwell 51 is magnitude 9.3, and is 12 x 11 in size. For reference, the full moon is 30' (arc minutes) or 0.5° in size.

      1. Name:
      2. Caldwell 51
      1. Type:
      2. irregular
      1. Magnitude (m):
      2. 9.3
      1. Size:
      2. 12 x 11'
      1. Caldwell #:
      2. C51

    * One can see up to magnitude 7-8 objects with perfect eyes under ideal dark sky conditions.



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