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M88 - Definition

Spiral Galaxy M88. Image courtesy of NOT.

The Spiral Galaxy M88 (also known as Messier Object 88, Messier 88, M88, or NGC 4501) is a spiral galaxy in the Coma Berenices constellation. It was discovered by Charles Messier in 1781. M88 is a member of the Virgo Cluster of galaxies.

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