NGC 1293

In the following article, we will explore the fascinating world of NGC 1293. From its impact on society to its multiple applications in different areas, NGC 1293 has captured the attention of people of all ages and interests. We will delve into its history, analyze its relevance today, and discuss possible future prospects. Additionally, we will closely examine the benefits and challenges that NGC 1293 presents, offering a complete and balanced view of this exciting topic. Join us on this journey to discover everything NGC 1293 has to offer.

NGC 1293
SDSS image of NGC 1293.
Observation data (J2000 epoch)
ConstellationPerseus
Right ascension03h 21m 36.4s[1]
Declination41° 23′ 34″[1]
Redshift0.013920[1]
Heliocentric radial velocity4173 km/s[1]
Distance215 Mly (65.8 Mpc)[1]
Group or clusterPerseus Cluster
Apparent magnitude (V)14.50[1]
Characteristics
TypeE0[1]
Size~123,000 ly (37.8 kpc) (estimated)[1]
Apparent size (V)1.0 x 1.0[1]
Other designations
CGCG 540-116, MCG +07-07-075, PGC 012597[1]

NGC 1293 is an elliptical galaxy[2] located about 215 million light-years away[3] in the constellation Perseus.[4] It was discovered by astronomer William Herschel on October 17, 1786.[5] NGC 1293 is a member of the Perseus Cluster.[6][5]

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References

  1. ^ a b c d e f g h i j "NASA/IPAC Extragalactic Database". Results for NGC 1293. Retrieved 2018-07-07.
  2. ^ "Your NED Search Results". ned.ipac.caltech.edu. Retrieved 2018-07-07.
  3. ^ "NED Query Results for NGC 1293". ned.ipac.caltech.edu. Retrieved 2018-07-07.
  4. ^ "Revised NGC Data for NGC 1293". spider.seds.org. Retrieved 2018-07-07.
  5. ^ a b "New General Catalog Objects: NGC 1250 - 1299". cseligman.com. Retrieved 2018-06-15.
  6. ^ Brunzendorf, J.; Meusinger, H. (October 1, 1999). "The galaxy cluster Abell 426 (Perseus). A catalogue of 660 galaxy positions, isophotal magnitudes and morphological types". Astronomy and Astrophysics Supplement Series. 139 (1): 141–161. Bibcode:1999A&AS..139..141B. doi:10.1051/aas:1999111. ISSN 0365-0138.