UrsaMinor Dwarf

Elliptical (E5) · 195,700 light-years

UrsaMinor Dwarf is an elliptical (E5) galaxy 195,700 light-years from the Sun, in Ursa Minor. Its light has travelled 195,700 years to reach us.

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Facts

TypeElliptical (E5)
Distance195,700 light-years (rgb)
Radius799 light-years
Absolute magnitude-7.13
ConstellationUrsa Minor
Position (J2000)RA 227.2965°, Dec 67.2144°

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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