- Globular Clusters (Aqr) -
M2 (GC)

Image source: DSS II (red) - 16×16'
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Name: |
M2, NGC7089 |
Type: |
GC |
Constellation: |
Aqr |
Coordinates: |
21h33m27.02s / -00°49'23.70" |
Brightness / Size: |
6.2 mag / 16.0x16.0' |
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8" f/6, 37x, Bortle 5
Very bright. At 200x the outer region appeared slightly granulous.
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EASY
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M72 (GC)

Image source: DSS II (red) - 7×7'
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Name: |
M72, NGC6981 |
Type: |
GC |
Constellation: |
Aqr |
Coordinates: |
20h53m27.70s / -12°32'14.30" |
Brightness / Size: |
9.0 mag / 6.6x6.6' |
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8" f/6, 37x, Bortle 3
At 37x and 80x neither resolvable nor granulous. Center slightly brighter.
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EASY
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