NGC 4565 |

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| Description: |
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This is an edge-on spiral galaxy similar to our Milky Way. It is thought to contain a small, hundred solar mass black hole at its center. |
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| Constellation: |
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Coma Berenices |
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| Distance: |
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30 million light years |
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| Apparent Size: |
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14.9' x 2.0' |
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| Date: |
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6 & 7 February 2005 |
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| Equipment: |
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12.5" RC @ f/9, ST10XME, AO-7, MI-250 |
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| Exposure: |
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LRGB: 160-30-30-35 minutes |
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