NGC 1712
In today's world, NGC 1712 has become a topic of great relevance and interest to a wide range of audiences. Whether due to its impact on society, its historical relevance, its influence on popular culture or its importance in academia, NGC 1712 has captured the attention of people of all ages and backgrounds. As we continue to explore and better understand this phenomenon, it is crucial to fully analyze its implications and repercussions on different aspects of our daily lives. In this article, we will thoroughly explore the impact and relevance of NGC 1712, analyzing its historical, sociocultural, technological dimensions and many other aspects that are part of its current importance.
| NGC 1712 | |
|---|---|
 Large Magellanic Cloud with NGC 1712 marked near the top (north is left) | |
| Observation data (J2000 epoch) | |
| Right ascension | 04h 50m 58.0s[1] |
| Declination | −69° 24′ 24″[1] |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Other designations | GC 942, JH 2685, Dunlop 112 |
| Associations | |
| Constellation | Dorado |
NGC 1712, also known as GC 942, JH 2685, and Dunlop 112 is an open cluster in the constellation of Dorado.[2][3] It is relatively small, and is located inside the Large Magellanic Cloud.[4] NGC 1712 was originally discovered in 1826 by James Dunlop, although Herschel rediscovered it in 1834.[4] Nine variable stars have been discovered in it so far, with three suspected to be binary systems.[5]
References
- ^ a b "NGC 3239". SIMBAD. Centre de données astronomiques de Strasbourg. Retrieved 10 March 2019.
- ^ Ford, Dominic. "The cluster NGC 1712 - In-The-Sky.org". in-the-sky.org. Retrieved 2019-03-13.
- ^ "NGC 1712". spider.seds.org. Retrieved 2019-03-13.
- ^ a b "New General Catalog Objects: NGC 1700 - 1749". cseligman.com. Retrieved 2019-03-13.
- ^ Kubiak, M. (1990). "Variable stars in NGC 1712, a very young open cluster in Large Magellanic Cloud". Acta Astronomica. 40: 297–303. Bibcode:1990AcA....40..297K. ISSN 0001-5237.
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