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Messier 89 |
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 | An elliptical galaxy of type E0 in the constellation Virgo, M89 is one of the many members of the Virgo Cluster. Deep, long exposures show much larger structure apparently enveloping the galaxy, which may be part of the larger Virgo cluster itself, instead of being directly related to M89. In a 8-inch scope, this galaxy is larger and slightly brighter than M58. It has a stellar core, and is definitely elliptical in shape. |
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| You can find more information about this Messier object by visiting: SEDS - The Messier Catalog. |
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M89 NGC4552 Const: Virgo Dreyer description: Pretty bright, pretty small, round, gradually much brighter middle; = M89. Magnitude: 10.5 RA: 12h 35m 53.4s Dec: +12°32'00" RA: 12h 35m 39.9s Dec: +12°33'25" (Epoch 2000) Azm: 208°05'17" Alt: +53°25'00" Rise: 12:28 Transit: 19:24 Set: 02:24 Size: 5.1' x 4.7' |