One of the most beautiful galaxies is M51, also known as the Whirlpool because of its well-defined spiral arms. A small companion galaxy appears at the tip of one arm. It is in the northwest this evening, near the end of the Big Dipper’s handle.
One of the most beautiful galaxies is M51, also known as the Whirlpool because of its well-defined spiral arms. A small companion galaxy appears at the tip of one arm. It is in the northwest this evening, near the end of the Big Dipper’s handle.