NGC 2240

NGC 2240 is an open cluster in the constellation Auriga. It was discovered by William Herschel on January 3, 1786,^[1] and is located about 5.1 thousand light-years away.

Rightascension06^h 33^m 10.5^s

Declination+35° 15′ 02″

Apparent dimensions(V)11'

ConstellationAuriga

Quick facts Observation data (J2000 epoch), Right ascension ...

NGC 2240
SDSS
Observation data (J2000 epoch)
Right ascension	06h 33m 10.5s
Declination	+35° 15′ 02″
Apparent dimensions (V)	11'
Physical characteristics
Associations
Constellation	Auriga
See also: Open cluster, List of open clusters

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