NASA in Yuletide spirit! Hubble captures Christmas tree-lookalike galaxy located 7 million light-years away – SEE PIC
时间:2024-09-27 18:49:47 阅读(143)
NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope has captured a stunning image of the dwarf irregular galaxy UGC 8091, resembling a Christmas tree adorned with red decorations. Located about 7 million light-years away in the Virgo constellation, this small galaxy is home to around 1 billion stars, offering a unique view of the vast and diverse universe.
The image, a collaboration between NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA), was created using twelve camera filters capturing light from the mid-ultraviolet to the red end of the visible spectrum.
UGC 8091 is categorized as an “irregular galaxy” due to its lack of a structured spiral or elliptical appearance. Instead, its stars create a vibrant and tangled display, reminiscent of brightly shining string lights.
Dwarf galaxies like UGC 8091 are considered immature as they are still in the process of merging with other galaxies. This merging process is a crucial aspect of galaxy formation. Even our Milky Way Galaxy went through a similar phase of merging with other galaxies before taking its present spectacular form.
The proximity of UGC 8091 to Earth, combined with its unique features, makes it an essential subject of study for astronomers. By investigating the composition of dwarf galaxies like UGC 8091, scientists hope to gain valuable insights into the dynamics of the early universe and the processes of stellar birth and development. This captivating image not only showcases the beauty of UGC 8091 but also contributes to our understanding of the vast cosmic tapestry that surrounds us.
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