Messier 52
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| Observation data: J2000 epoch | |
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| Class: | e |
| Constellation: | |
| Right ascension: | 23h 24.2m |
| Declination: | +61° 35′ |
| Distance: | 5.0 kly () |
| Apparent magnitude (V): | 5.0 |
| Apparent dimensions (V): | 13.0″ |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Mass: | (- M☉) |
| Radius: | - |
| VHB: | - |
| Estimated age: | - |
| Notable features: | - |
| Other designations: | M 52, NGC 7654 |
| See also: Open cluster, List of open clusters | |
Messier 52 (also known as M 52 or NGC 7654) is an open cluster in the Cassiopeia constellation. It was discovered by Charles Messier in 1774. M52 can be seen from Earth with binoculars.
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