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CGCG 049-033

CGCG 049-033 is a special code that scientists give to certain things they find in space called galaxies. Galaxies are like big families of stars that all hang out together.

CGCG 049-033 is a special type of galaxy called a "spiral galaxy" because it looks like it has spirals going around it. Just like how a snail's shell has spirals.

Scientists use this code to help them remember which galaxy they are talking about when they want to study it or talk about it with their friends. It's kind of like using a special name for your favorite toy that only you know.

CGCG 049-033 is very far away, much too far for us to visit in a spaceship, but scientists can use special tools like telescopes and cameras to take pictures of it and study it from far away.