Triangulum Galaxy

Spiral (Sc) · 2.81 million light-years

Triangulum Galaxy is a spiral (Sc) galaxy 2.81 million light-years from the Sun, in Triangulum. Its light has travelled 2.81 million years to reach us.

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Facts

Also known asM 33, NGC 598, UGC 1117, MCG 5-4-69
TypeSpiral (Sc)
Distance2.81 million light-years (NED-1D average)
Radius28,120 light-years
Absolute magnitude-18.46
ConstellationTriangulum
Position (J2000)RA 23.4630°, Dec 30.6581°

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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