Messier 52
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Distance to Earth | 5,000 light years |
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Constellation | Cassiopeia |
Apparent dimensions (V) | 13. 0′ |
Apparent magnitude (V) | 5 |
Distance | 4. 6 kly (1. 4 kpc) |
Estimated age | 158. 5 Myr |
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ID | 2463285 |
About Messier 52
Messier 52 or M52, also known as NGC 7654, is an open cluster of stars in the northern constellation of Cassiopeia. It was discovered by Charles Messier on September 7, 1774. M52 can be seen from Earth with binoculars. The brightness of the cluster is influenced by extinction, which is stronger in the southern half.