NGC 272

NGC 272 is an open cluster (rather an L-shaped asterism) located in the constellation Andromeda. It was discovered on August 2, 1864, by Heinrich d'Arrest.^[2]

Rightascension00^h 51^m 25.1^s[1]

Declination+35° 49′ 18″^[1]

Apparent magnitude(V)8.5^[2]

ConstellationAndromeda

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

NGC 272
DSS image of NGC 272
Observation data (J2000 epoch)
Right ascension	00h 51m 25.1s[1]
Declination	+35° 49′ 18″[1]
Apparent magnitude (V)	8.5[2]
Physical characteristics
Associations
Constellation	Andromeda
See also: Open cluster, List of open clusters

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