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NGC 5286
Globular cluster · C84 · NGC 5286
Globular cluster in Centaurus
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NGC 5286 is a globular cluster of stars located some 35,900 light years away in the constellation Centaurus. At this distance, the light from the cluster has undergone reddening from interstellar gas and dust equal to E(B – V) = 0.24 magnitude in the UBV photometric system. The cluster lies 4 arc-minutes north of the naked-eye star M Centauri. It was discovered by Scottish astronomer James Dunlop, active in Australia, and listed in his 1827 catalog.
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Key facts
Distance
~36,000 light-years
Apparent mag.
+7.6
Apparent size
6.6′
Best seen with
Binoculars
Catalogue
C84 · NGC 5286
Did you know
- Listed as Caldwell 84 in the Caldwell catalogue, also known as NGC 5286.
- Found in the constellation Centaurus.
- Within reach of ordinary binoculars under dark skies.
