NGC 5921

NGC 5921

This barred, face-on spiral galaxy is located in the constellation Serpens Caput.

This image was taken as part of Advanced Observing Program (AOP) program at Kitt Peak Visitor Center during 2014.

Credit:

KPNO/NOIRLab/NSF/AURA/Adam Block

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About the Image

Id:noao-n5921block
Type:Observation
Release date:April 24, 2014, 8:48 a.m.
Size:1201 x 810 px

About the Object

Name:NGC 5921
Constellation:Serpens Caput
Category:Galaxies

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Coordinates

ObjectValue
Position (RA):15 21 45.94
Position (Dec):5° 6' 3.97"
Field of view:12.42 x 8.37 arcminutes
Orientation:North is 131.7° left of vertical
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Colors & filters

BandWave-lengthTele-scope
Optical
B		438 nmVisitor Center Roll off Roof Observatory
Other CCD
Optical
G		475 nmVisitor Center Roll off Roof Observatory
Other CCD
Optical
R		625 nmVisitor Center Roll off Roof Observatory
Other CCD
Optical
Broad Band		555 nmVisitor Center Roll off Roof Observatory
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