NGC 1325A

Barred spiral (SBb) · 52.98 million light-years

NGC 1325A is a barred spiral (SBb) galaxy 52.98 million light-years from the Sun, in Eridanus. Its light has travelled 52.98 million years to reach us.

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Facts

Also known asESO 548-10, MCG -4-9-6, Holmberg VI
TypeBarred spiral (SBb)
Distance52.98 million light-years (V_cmb)
Radius16,180 light-years
Absolute magnitude-17.65
ConstellationEridanus
Position (J2000)RA 51.1995°, Dec -21.3364°

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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