OME Cen

Globular cluster · 17,710 light-years

OME Cen is a globular cluster 17,710 light-years away, in Centaurus: an ancient, tightly bound swarm of stars in the Milky Way's halo.

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Facts

Also known asNGC 5139, HD 116790, GCl 24, C 1323-472
TypeGlobular cluster
Distance17,710 light-years
Tidal radius680 light-years
Core radius2.722 arcminutes
King concentration1.686
Absolute magnitude-10.17
ConstellationCentaurus
Position (J2000)RA 201.6968°, Dec -47.4796°

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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