NGC 171
In this article, we will delve into the fascinating world of NGC 171, exploring its many facets and discovering its impact on different areas of life. From its influence on contemporary society to its relevance in history, through its implications in popular culture and its importance in the academic field, NGC 171 has left its mark on numerous aspects of human existence. Throughout these pages, we will analyze its origins, evolution and future potential, unraveling its mysteries and providing a complete and enriching vision of NGC 171. Get ready to embark on a journey of discovery and knowledge about this exciting topic.
| NGC 171 | |
|---|---|
 NGC 171 as seen on SDSS | |
| Observation data (J2000 epoch) | |
| Constellation | Cetus |
| Right ascension | 00h 37m 21.5s[1] |
| Declination | −19° 56′ 03″[1] |
| Redshift | 0.013043[1] |
| Apparent magnitude (V) | 12.90[1] |
| Characteristics | |
| Type | SBb[1][2] |
| Apparent size (V) | 2.1' × 1.9'[1] |
| Other designations | |
| ESO 540- G 006, MCG -03-02-024, 2MASX J00372152-1956032, 2MASXi J0037129-195609, IRAS 00348-2012, IRAS F00348-2012, ESO-LV 5400060, 6dF J0037125-195603, PGC 2232.[1] | |
NGC 171 is a barred spiral galaxy with an apparent magnitude of 12, located around 200 million light-years away in the constellation Cetus. The galaxy has two main medium-wound arms, with a few minor arms, and a fairly bright nucleus and bulge. It was discovered on 20 October 1784 by William Herschel.[3] It is also known as NGC 175.[3]
See also
References
- ^ a b c d e f g "NASA/IPAC Extragalactic Database". Results for NGC 0171. Retrieved 2016-09-02.
- ^ "NGC 171". SIMBAD. Centre de données astronomiques de Strasbourg. Retrieved 2016-12-31.
- ^ a b "New General Catalog Objects: NGC 150 - 199". cseligman.com. Retrieved 2018-02-08.
External links
- NGC 171 on WikiSky: DSS2, SDSS, GALEX, IRAS, Hydrogen α, X-Ray, Astrophoto, Sky Map, Articles and images
- SEDS
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