Cen N

Lenticular (S0) · 11.74 million light-years

Cen N is a lenticular (S0) galaxy 11.74 million light-years from the Sun, in Centaurus. Its light has travelled 11.74 million years to reach us.

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Facts

TypeLenticular (S0)
Distance11.74 million light-years (mem)
Radius1,663 light-years
Absolute magnitude-10.89
ConstellationCentaurus
Position (J2000)RA 207.0375°, Dec -47.5650°

In Orrery Space

In galaxy mode, press Local Universe and search for it on the map, or follow the link above: the autopilot flies there, and up close the galaxy is drawn to its catalogued size, shape and tilt (the stars and arms themselves are illustrative).

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