NGC 7037
Star cluster in the Cygnus constellation
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NGC 7037 (also known as [KPS2012] MWSC 3477) is an open cluster located in the Cygnus constellation.[1] It is situated north of the celestial equator and, as such, it is more easily visible from the northern hemisphere. It was discovered by 19th century English astronomer William Herschel on 5 August 1829.[2] It is located approximately 11,444.83 light years, (3509 pc), from the Earth.[3][4]
| NGC 7037 | |
|---|---|
The open cluster NGC 7037 | |
| Observation data (J2000 epoch) | |
| Right ascension | 21h 11m 49s |
| Declination | +33° 50′ 04″ |
| Distance | 11,444.83 (3,509) |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Associations | |
| Constellation | Cygnus |
