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NGC 5566

NGC 5566 spiral

NGC 5566, also known as the Arp 286, is located in the constellation Virgo, and is best seen in spring.

NGC 5566 is magnitude 10.5, and is in size. For reference, the full moon is 30' (arc minutes) or 0.5° in size.

      1. Name:
      2. NGC 5566
      1. Alt Name:
      2. Arp 286
      1. Type:
      2. spiral
      1. Magnitude (m):
      2. 10.5

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



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