Classifying Galaxies
SBc Barred Spiral Galaxies

NGC 3992 or M109 is classified as an SBc barred spiral galaxy. It is in the constellation Ursa Major (The Big Dipper). It has a well defined bar across the center, glowing clumps of stars. The spiral arms have empty space between them.

SBc Barred Spiral Galaxy

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