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Sextans A

Sextans A is an irregular dwarf galaxy located approximately 4.5 million light-years away in the constellation Sextans. It is characterized by active star formation regions and is part of the Local Group of galaxies, which includes the Milky Way.

Source: science.nasa.gov

APODs including "Sextans A"

Irregular Dwarf Galaxy Sextans A

Irregular Dwarf Galaxy Sextans A

29/05/2025

Irregular Galaxy Sextans A

Irregular Galaxy Sextans A

18/12/1999

Sextans A: A Seemingly Square Galaxy

Sextans A: A Seemingly Square Galaxy

03/11/1998

Irregular Galaxy Sextans A

Irregular Galaxy Sextans A

14/11/1997