M31, M32, M110 Andromeda galaxy

The Andromeda Galaxy, also known as Messier 31, is a spiral galaxy in the constellation of Andromeda. It is approximately 2.5 million ly from Earth, and the nearest major galaxy to the Milky Way.

 

The number of stars contained in the Andromeda Galaxy is estimated at one trillion or roughly twice the number estimated for the Milky Way.

 

The Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies are expected to collide in around 4.5 billion years, merging to form a giant elliptical galaxy or a large lenticular galaxy. With an apparent magnitude of 3.4, the Andromeda Galaxy is among the brightest of the Messier objects making it visible to the naked eye from Earth on moonless nights, even when viewed from areas with moderate light pollution.

 

M32 and M110 are dwarf elliptical galaxies that are satellites of the Andromeda Galaxy.

 

 

AT60ED F/6 on Evolution Alt/Az mount

ASI385MC one shot color camera

79x8s 10.5m total exposure

Saved as viewed in Sharpcap (no post-processing) and edges cropped

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