Observing log 10/24/2011: M27 imaged with Meade DSI II


A rare clear Fall night. M27 – a closer view.

Right Ascension 19 : 59.6 (h:m)
Declination +22 : 43 (deg:m)
Distance 1.25 (kly)
Visual Brightness 7.4 (mag)
Apparent Dimension 8.0×5.7 (arc min).

See the technical description of this fascinating object here.

By Steve J Posted in Main

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