M 88

Spiral (Sb) · 57.57 million light-years

M 88 is a spiral (Sb) galaxy 57.57 million light-years from the Sun, in Coma Berenices. Its light has travelled 57.57 million years to reach us.

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Facts

Also known asNGC 4501, UGC 7675, MCG 3-32-59
TypeSpiral (Sb)
Distance57.57 million light-years (NED-1D average)
Radius56,940 light-years
Absolute magnitude-21.03
ConstellationComa Berenices
Position (J2000)RA 187.9965°, Dec 14.4197°

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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