M80
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M80
M80 or Messier 80 (also known as NGC 6093) is a globular cluster in the constellation Scorpius. It was discovered by Charles Messier in 1781, being one of his first discoveries. This star cluster is, as to its angle from the solar system, midway between α Scorpii (Antares) and β Scorpii in a field in the Milky Way Galaxy that is rich in nebula. With low levels of light pollution it can be viewed below the 67th parallel north with modest amateur telescopes, appearing as a mottled ball of light.
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From the Log Book
| Observation Log Information | |
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| Log Index: | 840 |
| Session: | 213 |
| Date: | 2013-05-03 |
| Equipment: | 110mmDoublet EP APO – PF Canon 60D |
| Location: | ABWCO |
Keywords:M80, Messier, Globular Cluster, Scorpius
January 20, 2024
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Roger Nelson
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