The galaxy NGC 5243
Red-band image from the Second Digitized Sky Survey (DSS2), measuring 10 arcminutes across.
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From Washington , NGC 5243 is visible in the dawn sky, rising at 00:40 (MST) and reaching an altitude of 57° above the eastern horizon before fading from view as dawn breaks around 06:27.
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Name
NGC 5243
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Object Type
Galaxy
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Position
| Constellation: | Canes Venatici |
| Magnitude: | 14.00 (B) [1] 11.08 (J) [1] 10.39 (H) [1] 10.13 (K) [1] |
| Hubble type: | Sbc |
| Right ascension: | 13h36m [1] |
| Declination: | +38°20' [1] |
Source
Visibility from Washington
All times shown in Washington local time.