M51
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| M51 |
| Object #18 |
| Object type |
| Other Names NGC 5194, Whirlpool Galaxy |
| Data |
| Magnitude:8.1 Right ascension:13:29:52.60 |
| Visibility |
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Telescope |
From the city this normally impressive object is very challenging. High power is needed with a smaller scope to improve contrast to see.
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Observations
| Observer: Jason Nishiyama | Location:Calgary | Date of observation:02 July 2008 | Observations made:NBT |
| Visibility: T | Binocular type:10x50 | Telescope type:MAK127 |
