IC 469

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IC 469
Observation data (J2000 epoch)
Constellation Cepheus
Right ascension 7h 56m 00.7s[1]
Declination +85° 09′ 30″[1]
Distance 92.3 light years
Type SAB(rs)ab[1]
Apparent dimensions (V) 2'.2 × 0'.8[1]
Apparent magnitude (V) 12.6[1]
Other designations
UGC 3994, PGC 22213[1]
See also: Galaxy, List of galaxies

IC 469 is a spiral galaxy in the constellation of Cepheus. It is characterized by a compact nucleus, of oval shape, with perceptible side arms.

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  1. ^ a b c d e f NASA/IPAC Extragalactic Database. Results for. Retrieved on 2006-10-19.
  • (2001) Uranometria 2000.0 - Deep Sky Field Guide. 

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