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M51 Whirlpool Galaxy
March 13, 2024
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The Whirlpool

March 13, 2024 By Ryan

31 million light years away sits M51, also known as the Whirlpool Galaxy.  Its’ distinctive shape has made it a favorite galaxy to photograph for me since I started this hobby. Originally discovered in

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Tagged 2024, ASI533, Askar 103APO, Astrophotography, deep sky, EQ6, Galaxy, M51, Whirlpool
March 31, 2020
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  • Deep sky
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Whirlpool

March 31, 2020 By Ryan

M51, the Whirlpool galaxy, is great example of a spiral galaxy. The spiral arms reaching out are star formation areas, compressing hydrogen gas and creating new star clusters. It is located near Alkaid, the

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Tagged ASI1600, Astrophotography, Canon 500mm, deep sky, EQ6, Galaxy, M51, Stellarmate, Whirlpool

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