Space / 2008-07-10
Super Starburst Galaxy
NASA's image library records Super Starburst Galaxy.
The green and red splotch in this image is the most active star-making galaxy in the very distant universe. Nicknamed Baby Boom, it was spotted 12.3 billion light-years away by a suite of telescopes, including NASA Spitzer Space Telescope.
A CLOSER LOOK
The green and red splotch in this image is the most active star-making galaxy in the very distant universe. Nicknamed Baby Boom, it was spotted 12.3 billion light-years away by a suite of telescopes, including NASA Spitzer Space Telescope.
Explore NASA's original image record for credits and available downloads.
FOLLOW THE EVIDENCE
NASA Image and Video LibrarySuper Starburst GalaxyOriginal explanation based on the sources above. Images carry their own reuse terms.