IKN

Lenticular (S0) · 12.07 million light-years

IKN is a lenticular (S0) galaxy 12.07 million light-years from the Sun, in Ursa Major. Its light has travelled 12.07 million years to reach us.

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Facts

TypeLenticular (S0)
Distance12.07 million light-years (mem)
Radius5,202 light-years
Absolute magnitude-11.44
ConstellationUrsa Major
Position (J2000)RA 152.0205°, Dec 68.3992°

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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