Circinus

Spiral (Sb) · 9.13 million light-years

Circinus is a spiral (Sb) galaxy 9.13 million light-years from the Sun, in Circinus. Its light has travelled 9.13 million years to reach us.

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Facts

Also known asESO 97-13
TypeSpiral (Sb)
Distance9.13 million light-years (h)
Radius18,490 light-years
Absolute magnitude-19.90
ConstellationCircinus
Position (J2000)RA 213.2880°, Dec -65.3392°

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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