Right ascension 00 37 12.5 Redshift 0.014563 Apparent size (V) 3.2' × 2.6' Constellation Cetus | Declination +01° 56′ 32″ Type G Magnitude 13.7 Apparent magnitude (V) 13.7 | |
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NGC 173 is a spiral galaxy located approximately 3.8 million light-years away in the constellation Cetus.
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Appearance
NGC 173 is more complicated than other galaxies; it comprises millions of stars that are classified as type G, more than any other type of star. Its arms expand around 2 inch from its foundation.
Possible planets
Although no planetary systems have been found, astronomers will observe it and find out if there are any possible planets.
References
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