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Messier 88 |
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 | M88, a symmetrical type Sc spiral galaxy in the constellation Coma Berenices, is a member of the Virgo Cluster of galaxies. In a 8-inch scope, this is a pretty bright galaxy. It is elongated with a brightening, but non-stellar core. No spiral structure could be detected. |
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| You can find more information about this Messier object by visiting: SEDS - The Messier Catalog. |
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M88 NGC4501 Dreyer description: Bright, very large, very moderately extended; = M88. Const: Coma Berenices Magnitude: 10.3 RA: 12h 32m 13.1s Dec: +14°23'53" RA: 12h 31m 59.6s Dec: +14°25'17" (Epoch 2000) Azm: 210°37'31" Alt: +54°51'13" Rise: 12:16 Transit: 19:20 Set: 02:29 Size: 6.9' x 3.7' |