Arp 229 (Galaxy cluster)

R/B-band color composite image from the Second Digitized Sky Survey (DSS2), measuring 30 arcminutes across.

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From South El Monte , Arp 229 is visible in the dawn sky, rising at 23:39 (PDT) and reaching an altitude of 53° above the eastern horizon before fading from view as dawn breaks at around 04:31.

Name Arp 229
Object type Galaxy cluster
Comprised of NGC507
NGC508
Position
Right ascension:01h23m [1]
Declination:+33°16' [1]
Constellation:Pisces
Magnitude:13.50 (V) [1]

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