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Spiral Galaxy NGC 5653 in Infrared
About the Object
- R.A. PositionR.A. PositionRight ascension – analogous to longitude – is one component of an object's position.14h 30m 10.59s
- Dec. PositionDec. PositionDeclination – analogous to latitude – is one component of an object's position.31° 12' 54.29"
- Object NameObject NameA name or catalog number that astronomers use to identify an astronomical object.NGC 5653
- Release DateMarch 18, 1999
- Science ReleaseHubble’s Infrared Galaxy Gallery
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Mar 14, 2025
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Claire Andreoli
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Greenbelt, Maryland
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