NGC 2144 explained

NGC 2144
Ra:05h 40m 57s
Constellation Name:Mensa
Appmag B:13.93
Dec:-82° 07’ 09”
Sbrightness:23.32 mag/arcsec^2
H Radial V:4774
Type:Spiral galaxy

NGC 2144 is a spiral galaxy located in the constellation Mensa[1] in the southern hemisphere. It was first discovered and observed by John Louis Emil Dreyer in 1888, during his efforts to update the New General Catalogue. NGC 2144 is not a Messier Object and doesn't have a Messier Number. The galaxy has been heavily documented and observed by multiple people and other organizations using telescopes.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: NGC 2144 - Spiral Galaxy in Mensa TheSkyLive.com . 2024-03-21 . theskylive.com.
  2. Web site: Guide . Universe . February 7, 2022 . NGC 2144 Galaxy Facts . 2024-03-21 . Universe Guide . en-us.