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Molecular cloud in Scorpius

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Proper NamesLupus VI, Lupus 6
Messier NumberNone
NGC/IC NumberNone
ConstellationScorpius (extending southward slightly into Norma)
Right Ascension16h 25m 0s
Declination-40° 18' 0"
Distance326 light years
100 parsecs
DimensionsApparent: 6° 15' x 5° 50'
Actual: c. 36 light years
Optimum VisibilityJune

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