Draco dwarf galaxy

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Term: Draco dwarf galaxy
Definition:

A dwarf elliptical galaxy that is a satellite of our Galaxy and lies at a distance of about 250,000 light-years from the Galactic center. Its diameter is only about 3,500 light-years, and its absolute magnitude -8.6, making it the least luminous galaxy known.

Created 2023.04.16
Last Modified 2023.04.16
Contributed by Ryan McGranaghan
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