M 91

Barred spiral (SBb) · 51.92 million light-years

M 91 is a barred spiral (SBb) galaxy 51.92 million light-years from the Sun, in Coma Berenices. Its light has travelled 51.92 million years to reach us.

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Facts

Also known asNGC 4548, UGC 7753, MCG 3-32-75
TypeBarred spiral (SBb)
Distance51.92 million light-years (NED-1D average)
Radius39,270 light-years
Absolute magnitude-20.11
ConstellationComa Berenices
Position (J2000)RA 188.8590°, Dec 14.4964°

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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