Messier 52

Messier 52
Credit: 2MASS/NASA
Observation data (J2000 epoch)
Right ascension	23^h 24.2^m
Declination	+61° 35′
Distance	5.0 kly
Apparent magnitude (V)	5.0
Apparent dimensions (V)	13.0'
Physical characteristics
Other designations	M 52, NGC 7654

Messier 52 (also known as M 52 or NGC 7654) is an open cluster in the Cassiopeia constellation. It was discovered by Charles Messier in 1774. M52 can be seen from Earth with binoculars.

Due to interstellar absorption of light, the distance to M 52 is uncertain, with estimates ranging between 3,000 and 7,000 light years. One study identified 193 probable members of the cluster, with the brightest member being magnitude 11.^[1]

Messier 52 is evaluated at about 35 million years old.

Messier 52 has the Trumpler classification of I,2,r.^[2]

References

2. Students for the Exploration and Development of Space. "SEDS: Messier 52" Accessed April 9, 2013.

External links

• Messier 52, SEDS Messier pages
• Messier 52 on WikiSky: DSS2, SDSS, GALEX, IRAS, Hydrogen α, X-Ray, Astrophoto, Sky Map, Articles and images

Coordinates: 23^h 24.2^m 00^s, +61° 35′ 00″