10 Jun 2025
NGC 1313 is a barred spiral galaxy located in the constellation Reticulum. It is known for its irregular shape and active star-forming regions. Sometimes called the “Topsy-Turvy Galaxy” because of its distorted structure, NGC 1313 lies about 13 million light-years from Earth. Its peculiar morphology is believed to result from gravitational interactions or past mergers, making it an interesting object for studying galaxy dynamics and star formation.
NGC 1313
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Filtro | Exp. media (s) | Esposizione totale | Sottoframe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red | 263 | 35m | 8 |
| Green | 300 | 40m | 8 |
| Blue | 150 | 20m | 8 |
| Luminance | 1029 | 2h | 7 |