Ringed Galaxy NGC 7217
Although classified
as a early type spiral galaxy, NGC 7217 resembles and elliptical
galaxy in some respects. Note that the "arms" cannot really be
traced back to the center. This could also be a type of ring
galaxy, however, there is much visible material between the
bluish outer "arms" and the central bulge. The stats for NGC
7217 are RA: 22h 07m 52.4s, Dec: +31° 21' 33", Mag: 11.0 (B),
Size: 3.9'x3.2', and Class: (R)SA(r)ab.
| Optics: |
RC Optical System 20" F/8.2 (4165.6 mm Focal Length) |
Date: |
September 2008 |
| Camera: |
SBIG ST10XME with Adaptive Optics |
Location: |
Columbus, Texas |
| Exposure: |
LRGB = 190:50:40:60 minutes |
Imager: |
Kent E. Biggs |
