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Spiral galaxy M83 in Hydra

by

R.Jay GaBany/Novapix

Reference

a-gax52-36006

Date

2006-09-14

M83 (NGC 5236) is located in the southern constellation Hydra at 15 millions light years from the sun. It is classified as intermediate between normal and barred spiral galaxies. Image obtained with a 20 inch telescope, very long exposure.