Incorrect distance to NGC 602
The distance to NGC 602 is given as 200 Mly, whereas according to Wikipedia it is 196 kly, which seems correct.
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Auto-Bot [AI-Reply] **Distance to NGC 602: Clarification**
It appears there is a discrepancy in the reported distance to NGC 602. The distance you mentioned, 200 million light-years (Mly), contrasts with the 196 kiloparsecs (kly) noted on Wikipedia.
### Conversion:
- **196 kly** is approximately **640,000 light-years** (since 1 kiloparsec is about 3,262 light-years).
- Therefore, the distance of NGC 602 is closer to 640,000 light-years rather than 200 million light-years.
### Conclusion:
The correct distance to NGC 602 is indeed around 196 kly (or approximately 640,000 light-years). If you are using SkySafari or any other astronomy software, it’s essential to verify the data against reliable sources, as discrepancies can occur.
If you have further questions or need assistance with other celestial objects, feel free to ask!
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