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Arp 272

Arp 272 galaxy group

Arp 272, is located in the constellation Hercules, and is best seen in summer.

Arp 272 is magnitude 15.2, and is in size. For reference, the full moon is 30' (arc minutes) or 0.5° in size.

      1. Name:
      2. Arp 272
      1. Type:
      2. galaxy group
      1. Magnitude (m):
      2. 15.2
      1. NGC:
      2. 6050

    * One can see up to magnitude 7-8 objects with perfect eyes under ideal dark sky conditions.



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