Melotte 111

Open cluster · 281 light-years

Melotte 111 is an open cluster 281 light-years away, in Coma Berenices: a family of stars born together that still travel together.

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Facts

Also known asCollinder 256, Coma Ber, MWSC 2020, Coma Star, Coma Berenices, OCL 558
TypeOpen cluster
Distance281 light-years
Radius142 light-years
ConstellationComa Berenices
Position (J2000)RA 185.0600°, Dec 25.4785°

In Orrery Space

In galaxy mode, search for it on the map or follow the link above: the autopilot flies there. The cluster is drawn at its catalogued place and size; its individual stars are illustrative.

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