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astronomy1 year ago•4 min saved

"Captivating James Webb Telescope Photos Capture Stellar Life Cycles"

The James Webb Space Telescope has captured stunning images showcasing the birth and death of massive stars. Astronomer Nienke van der Marel explains the significance of these images, including the observation of star-forming regions, young stars, and the evolution of massive stars like Wolf-Rayet 124. These images provide valuable insights into the formation of planets and the enrichment of heavier elements and dust particles, shedding light on the short but explosive lives of massive stars and the remnants left behind after supernovae.

via Phys.org|

#astronomical-images #astronomy #james-webb-space-telescope

space2 years ago•2 min saved

"Unveiling the Spectacular Images of a Supernova: NASA's Latest Discovery"

NASA has released stunning new images of the Cassiopeia A supernova captured by the James Webb Space Telescope. The images reveal the explosion of the star in unprecedented detail, showing filaments resembling shards of glass. The telescope's advanced technology allows for the detection of tiny knots of gas from the star itself, providing new insights into the explosion. The images also highlight the inner shell of the supernova, which will eventually form new stars and planetary systems. However, researchers are puzzled by a massive loop of green light, nicknamed the "Green Monster," and the discovery of a light echo known as Baby Cas A. These images are part of a series taken by the Webb telescope since its operational debut last year.

via New York Post |

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space2 years ago•1 min saved

"Unveiling Euclid's Enigmatic Images: From Data Puzzles to Breathtaking Views"

The European Space Agency's Euclid space telescope is set to release its first full-color images on November 7, marking a significant milestone in its mission to create the largest ever 3D map of the universe. These images will provide insights into cosmic secrets and contribute to the study of dark matter and dark energy. Euclid's data collection over its six-year mission is expected to generate the equivalent of a million DVDs worth of data.

via Phys.org|

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science-and-technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Unlocking the Beauty of Euclid's First Images: Decoding Data for Breathtaking Views"

The European Space Agency (ESA) will release the first full-color images captured by its Euclid space telescope on November 7. These images are part of the mission's "Early Release Observations" and will provide insights into celestial targets chosen for their scientific value and public appeal. Euclid's six-year mission aims to generate a massive amount of data to create the largest 3D map of the Universe, uncovering secrets about dark matter and dark energy.

via European Space Agency|

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