NGC 7479

NGC 7479

This fantastic barred spiral galaxy is located about 100 million lightyears away in Pegasus.

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-n7479block2
Type:Observation
Release date:May 7, 2014, 6 a.m.
Size:1747 x 1178 px

About the Object

Name:NGC 7479
Constellation:Pegasus
Category:Galaxies

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Coordinates

ObjectValue
Position (RA):23 4 37.41
Position (Dec):12° 18' 32.93"
Field of view:12.34 x 8.31 arcminutes
Orientation:North is 166.8° 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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