Trumpler 15

Open cluster in the constellation Carina From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Trumpler 15

Trumpler 15 is an open cluster in the constellation Carina that lies on the outskirts of the Carina Nebula.[3] Estimated ages of the stars in Trumpler 15 suggest that the cluster is slightly older than its sibling clusters Trumpler 14 and 16.[4]

Quick Facts Observation data (J2000 epoch), Right ascension ...
Trumpler 15
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Observation data (J2000 epoch)
Right ascension10h 44m 43s[1]
Declination−59° 22.0[1]
Distance8,600 light-years (2,600[2] parsecs)
Apparent magnitude (V)7.0[1]
Physical characteristics
Other designationsCr 231, C 1042-591
Associations
ConstellationCarina
See also: Open cluster, List of open clusters
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Colour-composite image of the Carina Nebula with Trumpler 15 at the top

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