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Messier 59 |
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 | An elliptical galaxy of type E5 in the constellation Virgo, M59 is one of the many members of the Virgo Cluster. Although smaller than the giant ellipticals M49, M60, and above all M87 M87, it is by no means of negligible size. This elliptical galaxy is a little fainter than M60, and somewhat smaller. It is also a bit more elongated. This isn't a very impressive galaxy, but a stellar core was noted. |
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| You can find more information about this Messier object by visiting: SEDS - The Messier Catalog. |
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M59 NGC4621 Dreyer description: Bright, pretty large, little extended, very abruptly very much brighter middle, 2 stars westward; = M59. Const: Virgo Magnitude: 10.6 RA: 12h 42m 16.0s Dec: +11°37'24" RA: 12h 42m 02.5s Dec: +11°38'49" (Epoch 2000) Azm: 226°08'01" Alt: +46°57'56" Rise: 12:38 Transit: 19:30 Set: 02:26 Size: 5.4' x 3.7' |