NGC 1154

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NGC 1154
NGC 1154 PanS.jpg
Image of NGC 1154 from the Pan-STARRS survey
Observation data (J2000 epoch)
Distance 200 million light-years (62.26 Mpc)
Apparent magnitude  (V)13.6
Characteristics
Type SB(rs)b
Other designations
MCG-02-08-045, PGC 11215

NGC 1154 is a barred spiral galaxy located in the constellation Eridanus. It lies approximately 200 million light-years (62.26 Mpc) away from Earth. The galaxy was discovered by the American astronomer Francis Preserved Leavenworth on December 2, 1885. [1]

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Characteristics

NGC 1154 is classified as an SB(rs)b galaxy, indicating that it is a barred spiral galaxy with a somewhat ring-like structure. It has an apparent magnitude of 13.6, making it relatively faint and observable primarily with large telescopes. [2]

Distance and Position

Distance: ~200 million light-years (62.26 Mpc) - Right Ascension: 02h 56m 38.6s - Declination: −10° 21′ 47″

NGC 1154's coordinates place it within the celestial sphere of the constellation Eridanus, a region known for hosting numerous galaxies.

Possible Interaction with NGC 1155

NGC 1154 is in close proximity to the galaxy NGC 1155, with which it may be interacting. A faint bridge of material appears to connect the two galaxies, suggesting tidal forces may be at play. [3]

Observation History

NGC 1154 was discovered by Francis Leavenworth in 1885 as part of his deep-sky surveys. Modern observations have been carried out by surveys such as the Pan-STARRS and Sloan Digital Sky Survey (SDSS). [4]

Supernova

One supernova has been observed in NGC 1154: SN 2011jp (type II-P, mag. 15.5) was discovered by Greg Bock on 27 December 2011. [5] [6]

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