NGC 2261
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NGC 2261 | |
An image of NGC 2261 by the Hubble space telescope. Credit: HST/NASA/JPL. |
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Observation data: J2000.0 epoch | |
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Type | Variable nebula |
Right ascension | 6h 39m 10s[1] |
Declination | +8° 45′[1] |
Distance | 2.5 kly |
Apparent magnitude (V) | 9.0 |
Apparent dimensions (V) | 2′ |
Constellation | Monoceros |
Physical characteristics | |
Radius | - |
Absolute magnitude (V) | - |
Notable features | - |
Other designations | Hubble's Variable Nebula[1] |
See also: Diffuse nebula, Lists of nebulae | |
NGC 2261 is a variable nebula located in the constellation Monoceros.