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Messier 93 |
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 | M93 is an open star cluster in the constellation Puppis. A small but bright system, it contains maybe 100 members spread over some 25 light-years in diameter, at a distance of around 3500 light-years. In a 8-inch scope, this is an impressive open cluster. Most of the stars appear white, with a few yellow-white stars mixed in. The longer you stare at this cluster, the more stars you can pick out. There must be around 100 stars, or at least several dozen. |
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| You can find more information about this Messier object by visiting: SEDS - The Messier Catalog. |
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M93 NGC 2447 Other description: Open cluster dense. Constellation: Puppis Dreyer description: Cluster, large, westward rich in stars, little compressed, stars of magnitude 8 to 13; = M93. Magnitude: 6.2 RA: 07h 44m 45.7s Dec: -23°52'42" RA: 07h 44m 36.0s Dec: -23°52'00" (Epoch 2000) Azm: 165°42'54" Alt: +18°33'49" Rise: 10:17 Transit: 14:30 Set: 18:43 Size:22.0' |