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Meathook Galaxy

Meathook Galaxy spiral

Meathook Galaxy, is located in the constellation Volans, and is best seen in spring.

Meathook Galaxy is magnitude 11.2, and is in size. For reference, the full moon is 30' (arc minutes) or 0.5° in size.

      1. Name:
      2. Meathook Galaxy
      1. Type:
      2. spiral
      1. Magnitude (m):
      2. 11.2
      1. NGC:
      2. 2442/2243

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



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