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Messier 107 - Definition and Overview

Globular Cluster M107 (also known as Messier Object 107, Messier 107, M107 or NGC 6171) is a very loose globular cluster in the Ophiuchus constellation. It was discovered by Pierre Méchain in 1782. M107 is close to the galactic plane at a distance of about 20,000 light years away from Earth.

Characteristics

  • RA: 16:32.5
  • Dec: -13:03
  • Visual magnitude: 7.9
  • Size: 10.0 arc minutes

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