Object #18 – M51
M51 - Spiral Galaxy in Canes Venatici
| Object # 18 | Object Name:M51 | |
| Other Names:NGC 5194, Whirlpool Galaxy | ||
| RA:13:29:52.60 | Dec:47:11:44.00 | |
| Constellation:Canes Venatici | Season:Spring | |
| Magnitude:8.1 | Type:Galaxy - type Sc | |
| Description: From the city this normally impressive object is very challenging. With my 5" scope I was only able to glimpse this object using a higher power eyepiece to improve contrast. Not particular spectacular in light polluted skies, but possible to see. |
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