Arp 242 (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 242 is visible in the dawn sky, rising at 00:09 (PST) and reaching an altitude of 61° above the eastern horizon before fading from view as dawn breaks at around 05:35.

Name Arp 242
Object type Galaxy cluster
Comprised of The Mice (NGC4676)
Position
Right ascension:12h46m [1]
Declination:+30°43' [1]
Constellation:Coma Berenices
Magnitude:13.00 (V) [1]

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