Hickson 2 (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 , Hickson 2 is visible in the dawn sky, rising at 00:06 (PDT) and reaching an altitude of 52° above the south-eastern horizon before fading from view as dawn breaks at around 04:32.

Name Hickson 2
Object type Galaxy cluster
Comprised of UGC 312
UGC 314
UGC 315
Position
Right ascension:00h31m [1]
Declination:+08°25' [1]
Constellation:Pisces
Magnitude:12.10 (R) [1]

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