Cetus Dwarf is an elliptical (E4) galaxy 2.54 million light-years from the Sun, in Cetus. Its light has travelled 2.54 million years to reach us.
Fly there in 3D| Also known as | KKSG 1 |
| Type | Elliptical (E4) |
| Distance | 2.54 million light-years (rgb) |
| Radius | 1,843 light-years |
| Absolute magnitude | -10.18 |
| Constellation | Cetus |
| Position (J2000) | RA 6.5460°, Dec -11.0444° |
The light you see left 2.5 million years ago, when earlier kinds of human were making stone tools. At the speed of light, crossing its 3,686 light-years takes as many years.
In galaxy mode, press Local Universe and search for it on the map, or follow the link above: the autopilot flies there, and up close the galaxy is drawn to its catalogued size, shape and tilt (the stars and arms themselves are illustrative).