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name: |
trifid nebula |
name (alternate): |
messier 20 |
typ (catalog): |
star forming nebula (messier) |
coordinates:
(J2000) |
ra: |
18 h |
2 m |
23 s |
dec: |
-23 ° |
1 ' |
48 " |
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coord. for easier usage: |
ra: |
18.03972 |
dec: |
-22.97 |
usage is easier but not so exact |
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please remember: |
some of the values can slighty differ by day and condition. |
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distance (approx.): |
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brightness (visible): |
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redshift: |
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constellation: |
sagitta (sge) |
symbolism: the arrow |
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proofpic: |
avaiable, please request if needed |
different size: |
not added yet |
additional Info: |
caltech,
google,
google images,
simbad,
wikipedia
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extra text: |
also known as ngc 6514 |
image (max. 500kb): |
no image added yet |
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processing: |
it's recommended to use: large bright nebula |
visible: |
yes |