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Taurus Dark Cloud

Taurus Molecular Cloud Complex,
TMC-1, Barnard 22

Dark nebula complex in Taurus

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Proper NamesTaurus Dark Cloud, Taurus Molecular Cloud Complex
Messier NumberNone
NGC/IC NumberNone
Other designationsTMC-1, Barnard 22
ConstellationTaurus, with elements extending northward into Auriga
Right Ascension4h 38m 0s
Declination+26° 6' 0"
Distance457 light years
140 parsecs
MagnitudeNot applicable
DimensionsApparent: 100' x 100'
Actual: c. 14 x 14 light years
Optimum VisibilityDecember

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