Bode's Galaxy and the M81 Group (Indy Backyard Astro)

Celestial hemisphere: Northern · Constellation: Ursa Major (UMa) · Contains: Bode's Galaxy · Cigar Galaxy · HD85161 · HD85458 · HD85828 · HD86574 · M 81 · M 82 · NGC 3031 · NGC 3034 · NGC 3077

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Bode's Galaxy and the M81 Group

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Bode's Galaxy and the M81 Group

M81, also known as Bode's Galaxy, is a grand spiral galaxy located in the constellation Ursa Major. It is one of the most prominent members of the M81 Group, a collection of galaxies bound together by gravity. M81 is situated approximately 12 million light-years away from Earth and has a diameter of about 90,000 light-years.The galaxy's distinct spiral arms, filled with stars, gas, and dust, make it a stunning target for astronomers. At its center lies a supermassive black hole with a mass tens of millions of times that of our Sun. M81 is also home to numerous star-forming regions, contributing to its vibrant appearance and ongoing evolution.The M81 Group, which includes other notable galaxies like M82, NGC 3077, and NGC 2976, provides a fascinating opportunity for studying interactions between galaxies, as some members display signs of gravitational interactions and distortions in their shapes. The proximity of M81 and its group members makes them valuable subjects for cosmological research, helping astronomers gain insights into the dynamics, evolution, and behavior of galaxies in the local universe.

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RA (center)	09h57m18s.33
RA (top/left)	09h47m18s.82
RA (top/right)	09h53m58s.20
RA (bottom/right)	10h06m46s.40
RA (bottom/left)	10h00m57s.45

Dec (center)	+69°05′42″.5
Dec (top/left)	+69°40′31″.3
Dec (top/right)	+68°05′06″.9
Dec (bottom/right)	+68°28′48″.7
Dec (bottom/left)	+70°05′52″.7

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