NGC 7822

NGC 7822

This emission region surrounds a cluster of young, hot stars that lies about 3000 lightyears distant.

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-n7822block
Type:Observation
Release date:June 12, 2014, 6 a.m.
Size:1652 x 1170 px

About the Object

Name:NGC 7822
Constellation:Cepheus
Category:Star Clusters

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Coordinates

ObjectValue
Position (RA):0 5 3.29
Position (Dec):67° 57' 49.80"
Field of view:143.84 x 101.96 arcminutes
Orientation:North is 94.6° left of vertical
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Colors & filters

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