NGC 1971

NGC 1971 is an open cluster located in the constellation Dorado, within the Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC). Discovered by John Herschel on January 1, 1837, it's a relatively sparse and loosely bound collection of stars. Its designation in the New General Catalogue (NGC) identifies it as a noteworthy celestial object.

NGC 1971 is of interest to astronomers studying stellar evolution and star formation processes within the LMC. Analyzing the stars within the cluster provides valuable data regarding their ages, compositions, and distances, contributing to a broader understanding of the LMC's structure and history. The cluster's location within the LMC also makes it a valuable tool for studying the galaxy's interstellar medium. Studies focusing on the stellar populations of NGC 1971 help to constrain models of stellar populations in the LMC.