OCSN 136

Open cluster · 930 light-years

OCSN 136 is an open cluster 930 light-years away, in Perseus: a family of stars born together that still travel together.

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Facts

Also known asAlcaeus
TypeOpen cluster
Distance930 light-years
Radius25 light-years
ConstellationPerseus
Position (J2000)RA 58.5045°, Dec 31.9816°

Its light

The light you see left 930 years ago, around 1100. Its stars were born together and still move together through the Milky Way's disc.

Nearest named clusters and galaxies to it

In Orrery Space

In galaxy mode, search for it on the map or follow the link above: the autopilot flies there. The cluster is drawn at its catalogued place and size; its individual stars are illustrative.

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