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Caldwell 40

Caldwell 40 spiral

Caldwell 40, is located in the constellation Leo, and is best seen in spring.

Caldwell 40 is magnitude 10.9, and is 3 x 2 in size. For reference, the full moon is 30' (arc minutes) or 0.5° in size.

      1. Name:
      2. Caldwell 40
      1. Type:
      2. spiral
      1. Magnitude (m):
      2. 10.9
      1. Size:
      2. 3 x 2'
      1. Constellation:
      2. Leo
      1. NGC:
      2. 3626
      1. Caldwell #:
      2. C40

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



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