NGC 7686

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NGC 7686
Observation data (J2000 epoch)
Constellation Andromeda
Right ascension 23h  30.2m
Declination +49°  08
Distance 900 ly (260 pc)
Apparent magnitude (V) 5.6
Apparent dimensions (V) 15
Physical characteristics
Radius 7.5'
Other designations C 2327+488

NGC 7686 is a moderate-sized open cluster in the constellation Andromeda, containing about 40 stars. At magnitude 5.6, it is an easy target for binoculars and small telescopes.[1]

List of stars

References

  1. Dunlop, Storm (2005). Atlas of the Night Sky. Collins. ISBN 0-00-717223-0. 

External links

Coordinates: 23h 30m 18s, +49° 08′ 00″

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