M 100 is a barred spiral (SBc) galaxy 53.70 million light-years from the Sun, in Coma Berenices. Its light has travelled 53.70 million years to reach us.
Fly there in 3D| Also known as | NGC 4321, UGC 7450, MCG 3-32-15 |
| Type | Barred spiral (SBc) |
| Distance | 53.70 million light-years (NED-1D average) |
| Radius | 58,580 light-years |
| Absolute magnitude | -20.98 |
| Constellation | Coma Berenices |
| Position (J2000) | RA 185.7255°, Dec 15.8228° |
The light you see left 54 million years ago, after the dinosaurs, when mammals spread across the Earth. At the speed of light, crossing its 117,160 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).