IC1613
Credits: ESO
Astronomers have confirmed that IC1613 is indeed a member of the Local Group, a
collection of more than 50 galaxies that include
our home galaxy, the Milky
Way. IC1613 itself lies just over 2.3 million light years away from us.
Facts about IC1613 by Keith Turnecliff
IC 1613 is a small galaxy, but lacks the usual cosmic dust, allowing astronomers to expole its contents with great clarity.
This star chart represents a view from Long Itchington for early November at 10pm.
Credits: Image courtesy of Starry Night Pro Plus 8, researched and implemented by Keith Turnecliff.