Messier 70
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| Distance to Earth | 29,350 light years |
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| Radius | 34 light years |
| Constellation | Sagittarius |
| Apparent dimensions (V) | 8. 0′ |
| Apparent magnitude (V) | 9. 06 |
| Distance | 29. 4 kly (9. 0 kpc) |
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| ID | 2341734 |
About Messier 70
Messier 70 or M70, also known as NGC 6681, is a globular cluster of stars in the southern constellation of Sagittarius. It was discovered by Charles Messier on 31 August 1780. The famous comet Hale–Bopp was discovered near this cluster 23 July 1995.
