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NGC 1385 - A nearby spiral with a bright HII region core — part of the PHANGS-JWST multi-galaxy survey.

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JWST

NGC 1385

Also known as: PGC 13336

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Analysis

Intermediate spiral with vigorous star formation in its inner disc fuelled by a weak bar.

Key Features

Inner HII ring
Weak bar
Patchy dust
Young clusters

Fun Fact

One of 19 PHANGS-JWST survey galaxies

Observation Details

Coordinates: RA: 3h 37m 28.08s, Dec: -24° 30' 3.6"; Constellation: Eridanus
Observation Date: October 25, 2022
Instrument: MIRI; Filters: F770W, F1130W, F2100W
Distance: 30.0 million light years

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