M 98

Barred spiral (SBb) · 62.47 million light-years

M 98 is a barred spiral (SBb) galaxy 62.47 million light-years from the Sun, in Coma Berenices. Its light has travelled 62.47 million years to reach us.

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Facts

Also known asNGC 4192, UGC 7231, MCG 3-31-79
TypeBarred spiral (SBb)
Distance62.47 million light-years (T-F)
Radius89,040 light-years
Absolute magnitude-20.51
ConstellationComa Berenices
Position (J2000)RA 183.4455°, Dec 14.8994°

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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