NGC 1788
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| Observation data: J2000 epoch | |
|---|---|
| Class: | Reflection |
| Constellation: | |
| Right ascension: | 05h 06m 54.0s |
| Declination: | -03° 21′ 00″ |
| Distance: | () |
| Apparent magnitude (V): | |
| Apparent dimensions (V): | 8′ × 8′ |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Mass: | (- M☉) |
| Radius: | |
| VHB: | - |
| Estimated age: | |
| Notable features: | |
| Other designations: | NGC 1788 |
| See also: Open cluster, List of open clusters | |
NGC 1788 is a reflection nebula in the constellation of Orion. It is rather sharply defined on its southwest perimeter where it is flanked by the dark nebula known as Lynds 1616, a dark nebula. Lunds 1616 is apparently part of NGC 1788. The brightest involved star is 10th magnitude and lies in the northwest sector.
