M49 - Definition and Overview

Elliptical Galaxy M49 (also known as Messier Object 49, Messier 49, M49, or NGC 4472) is an elliptical galaxy in the Virgo constellation. It was discovered by Charles Messier in 1771.

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External link

• Elliptical Galaxy M49 @ SEDS Messier pages (http://www.seds.org/messier/m/m049.html)