M3

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M3
Object #7
Object type

globular cluster

Other Names

NGC 5272

Data
Magnitude:6.3

Right ascension:13:42:11.20
Declination:28:22:34.00
Constellation:Canes Venatici
Season:spring

Visibility

Binocular
Telescope

A relatively easy to find globular if you start at Arcturus, go west to Eta Bootis then go north. From the city M3 is visible in both binoculars and a telescope, but not the unaided eye.

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Observations

Observer: Jason Nishiyama Location:Calgary Date of observation:18 May 2008 Observations made:NBT
Visibility: BT Binocular type:10x50 Telescope type:MAK127
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