Astronomy:NGC 2170

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Short description: Reflection nebula in the constellation Monoceros
NGC 2170
Reflection nebula
N2170s.jpg
Taken from the Mount Lemmon Observatory
Credit: Adam Block
Observation data: J2000 epoch
Right ascension 06h 07m 31.3s[1]
Declination−06° 23′ 53″[1]
Apparent dimensions (V)2.0' x 2.0'[1]
ConstellationMonoceros
See also: Lists of nebulae

NGC 2170 is a reflection nebula in the constellation Monoceros. It was discovered on October 16, 1784 by William Herschel.[1]

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