M45
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− | + | This easy to find [[open cluster]] is in the [[constellation]] of [[Taurus]]. It is visible even with the unaided eye, though not as spectacular as it is in a dark site. The best view is with binoculars as even a small telescope won't have the field of view to see the whole cluster at once. | |
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== Observations == | == Observations == | ||
{{observation log | {{observation log |
Revision as of 13:28, 14 January 2009
M45 |
Object #1 |
Object type |
Other Names Pleiades, Seven Sisters, Subaru |
Data |
Magnitude:1.6 Right ascension:03:47:00.00 |
Visibility |
Visible |
This easy to find open cluster is in the constellation of Taurus. It is visible even with the unaided eye, though not as spectacular as it is in a dark site. The best view is with binoculars as even a small telescope won't have the field of view to see the whole cluster at once.
Locate M45
Observations
Observer: Jason Nishiyama | Location:Calgary, Alberta | Date of observation:05 May 2008 | Observations made:NBT |
Visibility: NBT | Binocular type:10x50 | Telescope type:MAK127 |