IC 1574
IC 1574
Observation data (J2000 epoch)
ConstellationCetus
Right ascension00h 43.4m [1]
Declination−22° 14′[1]
Distance17 mly
Apparent magnitude (V)13.7[1]
Characteristics
TypeIBm[1]
Apparent size (V)2.1′ × 0.8′[1]
Other designations
ESO 474-18, MCG -4-2-43, PGC 2578, UGCA 9

IC 1574 is an irregular galaxy 17 million light-years from Earth. It is a member of the Sculptor Group, a group of galaxies near the Local Group. It was discovered by DeLisle Stewart in 1899.

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 Dunlop, Storm (2005). Atlas of the Night Sky. Collins. ISBN 978-0-00-717223-8.
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