NGC 2071 explained

NGC 2071
Type:reflection
Ra:[1]
Dist Ly:1,300
Dist Pc:About 400
Size V:7.0' × 5.0'
Names:LBN 938

NGC 2071 is a reflection nebula in the constellation Orion. It was discovered on January 1, 1784, by William Herschel. It is part of a group of nebulae that also includes Messier 78, NGC 2064, and NGC 2067.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Seligman. Courtney. Celestial Atlas: NGC Objects: NGC 2050 - 2099. cseligman.com. 9 July 2015.