Leo II

Elliptical (E0) · 685,000 light-years

Leo II is an elliptical (E0) galaxy 685,000 light-years from the Sun, in Leo. Its light has travelled 685,000 years to reach us.

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Facts

Also known asDDO 93
TypeElliptical (E0)
Distance685,000 light-years (rgb)
Radius1,191 light-years
Absolute magnitude-9.23
ConstellationLeo
Position (J2000)RA 168.3705°, Dec 22.1547°

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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