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3C 9
Observation data (Epoch J2000)
ConstellationPisces
Right ascension00h 20m 25.22s
Declination+15° 40′ 54.7″
Redshift2.018
TypeRad
Apparent magnitude (V)18.21
Other designations
LEDA 2817473
See also: Quasar, List of quasars

3C 9 is a quasar located in the constellation Pisces.

At one time, it was the most distant radio-loud quasar known. [1]

References

  1. ^ Time Magazine, The Quasi-Quasars, Friday, Jun. 18, 1965