M 58

Barred spiral (SBb) · 69.47 million light-years

M 58 is a barred spiral (SBb) galaxy 69.47 million light-years from the Sun, in Virgo. Its light has travelled 69.47 million years to reach us.

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Facts

Also known asNGC 4579, UGC 7796, MCG 2-32-160
TypeBarred spiral (SBb)
Distance69.47 million light-years (NED-1D average)
Radius60,630 light-years
Absolute magnitude-21.24
ConstellationVirgo
Position (J2000)RA 189.4290°, Dec 11.8183°

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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