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Globular cluster NGC 2419

by

A.Block/MLSC/Univ.of Az/Novapix

Reference

a-agb24-19001

Date

2011-10-09

NGC 2419 (also known as Caldwell 25) is a globular cluster in the constellation Lynx. NGC 2419 bears the nickname "the Intergalactic Wanderer" and is located at a distance of about 300,000 light years from the solar system.