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science17 days ago

Scientists Discover First Active Triple Black Hole System in Galaxy Merger

Astronomers have confirmed the first known system where three galaxies, each hosting active supermassive black holes, are merging, providing new insights into galaxy and black hole evolution through high-resolution radio imaging. The system, located 1.2 billion light-years away, shows all three black holes actively feeding and launching jets, a rare and significant discovery that advances our understanding of cosmic growth processes.

via Indian Defence Review|
#agn#black-holes#cosmic-collision
science-and-technology1 year ago

James Webb Telescope Captures Massive Asteroid Collision

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope captured evidence of a massive collision between two giant asteroids in the Beta Pictoris star system, located 63 light years from Earth. The collision, which produced a vast amount of dust, was initially observed by the Spitzer Space Telescope in 2004-2005. The recent disappearance of this dust suggests a cataclysmic event, providing insights into the early stages of planetary formation and the commonality of such processes in star systems.

via Futurism|
#asteroids#beta-pictoris#cosmic-collision
astronomy1 year ago

Pluto's Heart: Unveiling the Violent Cosmic Origins

Researchers have proposed a scenario for the formation of Pluto's iconic "heart" feature, Tombaugh Regio, suggesting that it was created by a primordial collision with a planetary body over 400 miles wide. This collision, termed a "splat," resulted in the formation of Sputnik Planitia, a teardrop-shaped region filled with nitrogen ice. The study challenges previous theories about Pluto's geological evolution and the existence of a deep subsurface ocean, offering new insights into the dwarf planet's history. The findings could also have implications for understanding other objects in the Kuiper Belt.

via ScienceAlert|
#astronomy#cosmic-collision#kuiper-belt
space1 year ago

"NASA's Hubble Telescope Witnesses Intergalactic Tug of War"

NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has captured an image of the spiral galaxy NGC 5427 engaged in a gravitational tug-of-war with its companion galaxy NGC 5426, forming the pairing Arp 271. This interaction, which will last for millions of years, may lead to the merging of the two galaxies. The gravitational forces are causing gas to be shared between the galaxies, triggering the formation of new stars. Studying such interactions provides insights into the future collision of the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies, which is expected to occur in about 4.5 billion years, potentially affecting the fate of the solar system.

via Space.com|
#astronomy#cosmic-collision#galaxies
astronomy1 year ago

"Stunning Images: Hubble Telescope Captures Galactic Encounters and Distortions"

NASA shared mesmerising images of a cosmic collision, captured by the Hubble Space Telescope, on Instagram, depicting galaxies in a 'galactic romance' as their gravitational pull draws them together. The post has garnered close to 7.2 lakh likes and numerous comments, with users expressing awe and likening the images to Valentine's Day. The images showcase distorted galaxies, cosmic streamers, and shades of blue, pink, and white, evoking a sense of romance and wonder.

via Hindustan Times|
#astronomy#cosmic-collision#galactic-romance
astronomy1 year ago

"Capturing the Aftermath: 'Trainwreck' Galaxy's Violent Collision"

Astronomers using the Gemini South Telescope have studied the aftermath of a violent galactic collision that occurred over 1 billion years ago, revealing the twisted galactic disk of the lenticular galaxy NGC 4753. The collision with a smaller dwarf galaxy 1.3 billion years ago left NGC 4753 with a peculiar twisted shape, resembling a "train-wreck galaxy." The intricate dust tracks and star formation in NGC 4753 provide insight into the dynamics of galactic collisions, with differential precession winding the dust into its current shape. This unique perspective from Earth offers a detailed view of the aftermath of cosmic collisions, shedding light on the complex evolution of galaxies.

via Space.com|
#astronomy#cosmic-collision#galactic-collision
astronomy2 years ago

Cosmic Collision: Jupiter's Explosive Encounter

An amateur astronomer in Japan captured a video of a bright comet, or bolide, colliding with Jupiter and exploding. While this impact did not cause visible damage to Jupiter's atmosphere, previous collisions have left dark scars and superheated plumes. The event serves as a reminder of the importance of monitoring potential impacts on Earth and the progress made in asteroid defense systems.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#astronomer#astronomy#bolide
astronomy2 years ago

Cosmic Collision: Jupiter's Explosive Encounter

An amateur astronomer in Japan captured a video of a bright comet, or bolide, colliding with Jupiter and exploding. While this impact did not cause visible damage to Jupiter's atmosphere, previous collisions have left dark scars and superheated plumes. The event serves as a reminder of the importance of monitoring potential impacts on Earth and the progress made in asteroid defense systems.

via Yahoo News|
#astronomer#astronomy#bolide