Space / 2005-05-05
Barred Ring Galaxy NGC 1291
NASA's image library records Barred Ring Galaxy NGC 1291.
This ultraviolet image left and visual image right from NASA Galaxy Evolution Explorer is of the barred ring galaxy NGC 1291. The VIS image is dominated by the inner disk and bar. The UV image is dominated by the low surface brightness outer arms.
A CLOSER LOOK
This ultraviolet image left and visual image right from NASA Galaxy Evolution Explorer is of the barred ring galaxy NGC 1291. The VIS image is dominated by the inner disk and bar. The UV image is dominated by the low surface brightness outer arms.
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FOLLOW THE EVIDENCE
NASA Image and Video LibraryBarred Ring Galaxy NGC 1291Original explanation based on the sources above. Images carry their own reuse terms.