Space / 1999-12-04
Whirlpool Galaxy
NASA's image library records Whirlpool Galaxy.
The image from NASA Hubble Telescope shows spiral arms and dust clouds in the nearby Whirlpool galaxy. Visible starlight and light from the emission of glowing hydrogen is seen, which is associated with the most luminous young stars in the spiral arms.
A CLOSER LOOK
The image from NASA Hubble Telescope shows spiral arms and dust clouds in the nearby Whirlpool galaxy. Visible starlight and light from the emission of glowing hydrogen is seen, which is associated with the most luminous young stars in the spiral arms.
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FOLLOW THE EVIDENCE
NASA Image and Video LibraryWhirlpool GalaxyOriginal explanation based on the sources above. Images carry their own reuse terms.