Ultraviolet Ring of Stars

NASA's image library records Ultraviolet Ring of Stars.

WHY IT’S INTERESTING

This image from NASA Galaxy Evolution Explorer GALEX shows Messier 94, also known as NGC 4736, in ultraviolet light. It is located 17 million light-years away in the constellation Canes Venatici.

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A CLOSER LOOK

This image from NASA Galaxy Evolution Explorer GALEX shows Messier 94, also known as NGC 4736, in ultraviolet light. It is located 17 million light-years away in the constellation Canes Venatici.

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NASA Image and Video LibraryUltraviolet Ring of Stars

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