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Asteroid 9 Metis

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Coarse finder chart
(Field of view=60°, Limiting magnitude=5)
Fine finder chart
(Field of view=2°, Limiting magnitude=12)
 
Position
Right ascension5h 52.8m
Declination22° 24'
ConstellationOrion
Magnitude10.5
Distance from Earth1.803 AU
Orbit
Distance from Sun2.100 AU
Perihelion 2.093 AU
(28/02/2020)
Aphelion 2.681 AU
Period3.69 years
Eccentricity0.123149
Inclination to ecliptic 5.6°
Epoch13/09/2023
Warning!
Never attempt to observe objects close to the sun without taking the proper precautions. In particular, never point optical instruments near the sun and look through them, or you risk permanent eye damage or blindness.
 

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