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NGC 5642

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NGC 5642 is an elliptical galaxy in the constellation Boötes. It was discovered on May 16, 1784 by the astronomer William Herschel.[2]

NGC 5642
Observation data
ConstellationBoötes
Right ascension14h 30m 20s
Declination+29° 54′ 41″
References: [1]

References

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  1. ↑ "NGC 5642 - Elliptical Galaxy in Boötes". Retrieved 26 December 2025.
  2. ↑ "New General Catalog Objects: NGC 5600 - 5649". Retrieved 26 December 2025.
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