Leo I
Leo I is a galaxy in the constellation Leo, magnitude 10.4, 12′ × 8.5′ across.
A 10.4-magnitude elliptical galaxy (E) in Leo, about 12′ × 8.5′.
When and where to see it
It is best placed in the evening sky around March, when it crosses the meridian at about 10 pm local time (around midnight in February). It can be seen from everywhere north of 78°S and never sets north of 78°N.
At its highest it stands 52° up from 50°N, 67° up from 35°N, 78° up from the equator, 43° up from 35°S.
Facts
- Type
- Galaxy
- Constellation
- Leo
- Designations
- Leo I
- Magnitude
- 10.4
- Apparent size
- 12′ × 8.5′
- Position
- RA 10h 8.5m, Dec +12° 18′ (J2000)
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