The globular cluster of stars M72 (NGC 6981)
M72 (NGC 6981) is a globular cluster in the constellation Aquarius, at a distance of approximately 50,000 light-years from Earth, it is one of the most distant clusters that make up the Messier catalog.
It’s not very dense, only Messier 71 and Messier 56 are less dense than M72.
It was discovered by Pierre Méchain on August 29, 1780, being the first of five star clusters that Méchain would discover while helping Messier.
| Data e Ora di acquisizione 9 Agosto 2021 alle 21:10 |
| Diametro del Telescopio 150 mm (5") |
| Focale di Acquisizone 1050 mm |
| Soggetti Globular Cluster |
| Schema Ottico del Telescopio ESPRIT 150MM |
| Marca del Telescopio SKYWHATCHER |
| Tipo Immagine Digitale |
| Dispositivo di Acquisizione CCD |
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