Astronomy:NGC 1348

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NGC 1348
The open cluster NGC 1348
Observation data (J2000 epoch)
ConstellationPerseus
Right ascension 03h 36m 02s
Declination+51° 30′ 19″
Distance7827.75 (2400)
Physical characteristics
See also: Open cluster, List of open clusters

NGC 1348 (also known as [KPS2012] MWSC 0289 and C 0330+512) is an open cluster located in the Perseus constellation containing approximately 106 stars.[1][2][3] It was discovered by 19th century English astronomer William Herschel on 28 December 1790.[4] NGC 1348 is moving towards the Sun with a radial velocity of -13.413 km/s.[5] It is located approximately 7827.75 light years, (2400 pc), from the Earth.[6]

References

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