"Unveiling Cosmic Shapes: James Webb Telescope Solves Galactic Mysteries"

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The James Webb Space Telescope has discovered that many distant galaxies have flattened oval disk and tube-like shapes, unlike the spiral and elliptical structures typically seen in closer galaxies. These surfboard- and pool-shaped galaxies were found to be more common in the early Universe, raising questions about whether their shapes have been molded by cosmic conditions over the past 13 billion years. The telescope's exceptional sensitivity and resolution allow scientists to look further back in time than ever before, shedding light on the cosmic evolution of galaxies.
Topics:science#astronomy#cosmic-evolution#distant-galaxies#early-universe#galaxy-shapes#james-webb-space-telescope
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