NGC 2010 | |
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![]() The open cluster NGC 2010 | |
Observation data (J2000 epoch) | |
Right ascension | 05h 30m 16s |
Declination | −70° 48′ 05″ |
Apparent magnitude (V) | 11.7 [1] |
Physical characteristics | |
Associations | |
Constellation | Mensa |
NGC 2010 (also known as ESO 056-SC319) is a small open cluster located in the Mensa constellation. It was discovered by British astronomer John Herschel on November 12, 1836 and has a visual magnitude of 11.7, being visible with a telescope having an aperture of 8 inches (200mm) or more. [2] It is located in the Large Magellanic Cloud and is estimated to be between 75 and 80 light years across. [3]