NGC 2232
| NGC 2232 | |
|---|---|
![]() NGC 2232 (taken from Stellarium) | |
| Observation data (J2000 epoch) | |
| Constellation | Monoceros |
| Right ascension | 06h 26.6m [1] |
| Declination | −04° 45′ [1] |
| Distance | 1,305 ly[1] |
| Apparent magnitude (V) | 3.9[1] |
| Apparent dimensions (V) | 30′ [1] |
| Physical characteristics | |

Map showing the location of NGC 2232
NGC 2232 is a bright open star cluster in the constellation Monoceros centred on the star 10 Monocerotis. It consists of about 20 stars.[1]
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