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UGC 3946

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Extended Information

DSO Type
Galaxy
Sub-class
Ir+
Right Ascension
7h 37m 59s
Declination
3º 17' 59''
Constellation
CMI - Canis Minor
Apparent Magnitude
13.10
Apparent Size
1.3' x 42''
Surface Brightness
21.89


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NGC 2485
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NGC 2402
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NGC 2499
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