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science1 year ago•4 min saved

"Study Reveals Dark Matter's Potential Collisional Properties"

A new study published in Astronomy & Astrophysics suggests that dark matter may have collisional properties, challenging the standard model. Using numerical simulations of the galaxy cluster "El Gordo," researchers found that the observed separation between dark matter and other mass components can be explained by the Self-Interacting Dark Matter (SIDM) model, indicating that dark matter particles might exchange energy through collisions.

via Phys.org|

#astronomy #dark-matter #el-gordo

astronomy1 year ago•2 min saved

"Unveiling the Largest-Ever Magnetic Field Map of Space: 'El Gordo' Galaxy Cluster"

Researchers have created the largest map of a galaxy cluster's magnetic field, focusing on the El Gordo cluster located 7 billion light-years from Earth. The map, spanning 6 million light-years across, is the first of its kind and could provide insights into cosmic rays and the formation and evolution of galaxy clusters. The researchers used measurements of conductive fluids and computer simulations to outline the invisible magnetic field lines, potentially shedding light on the universe's largest structures.

via Livescience.com|

#astronomy #el-gordo #galaxy-cluster

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Spain's Christmas Lottery: The Peculiar Ritual and Whopping £2.2 Billion in Prizes

Spain's Christmas lottery, known as "El Gordo" or "The Fat One," is set to distribute close to $3 billion in prizes this year. The televised draw took place at Madrid's Teatro Real opera house, with pupils from San Ildefonso school singing out the winning numbers. The most common ticket purchase is a 20-euro share, offering a top prize of 400,000 euros. The lucky number for this year's jackpot was 88008. The tradition, dating back two centuries, is a beloved part of the festive season in Spain.

via Al Jazeera English|

#christmas-lottery #el-gordo #entertainment

culture2 years ago•2 min saved

"Spain's 'El Gordo' Christmas Lottery: Millions in Prizes and Peculiar Rituals"

Spain's annual Christmas lottery, known as "El Gordo," has begun distributing millions of dollars in prizes. The immensely popular lottery will award a total of 2.6 billion euros ($2.8 million) in prizes, with the top-prize winners receiving 400,000 euros ($440,000). Families, friends, and co-workers traditionally purchase and share tickets, and the winning numbers are announced by children from Madrid's San Ildefonso school. The lottery, established in 1812, is a major tradition in Spain and is considered the world's richest in terms of total prize money.

via NPR|

#christmas-lottery #culture #el-gordo

astronomy2 years ago•4 min saved

"Titanic Galaxy Cluster Collision Challenges Cosmology Theories"

The collision of two massive galaxy clusters, including El Gordo, challenges the predictions of the Lambda-cold dark matter (ΛCDM) cosmological model, which suggests that galaxy clusters should take a long time to form. The collision occurred when the Universe was only half its current age, defying the standard theory of cosmology. The study, published in the Astrophysical Journal, used updated estimates of El Gordo's mass and simulations to analyze the collision, revealing a severe tension with ΛCDM for any plausible collision velocity. This collision, along with other examples, suggests that structure formation in the Universe may have occurred faster than expected in ΛCDM.

via SciTechDaily|

#astronomy #collision #cosmology

astronomy2 years ago•4 min saved

"Early Universe's Titanic Galaxy Cluster Collision Shakes Up Cosmology"

A collision between two massive galaxy clusters in the early universe challenges the standard theory of cosmology, according to a study published in The Astrophysical Journal. The collision, known as El Gordo, occurred at a high speed when the universe was only half its current age, contradicting the Lambda-cold dark matter (ΛCDM) standard model, which suggests that galaxies form first and then combine into larger clusters over time. The study's findings, based on detailed simulations and precise mass measurements, indicate that El Gordo's collision velocity is highly significant and cannot be explained within the framework of ΛCDM. This collision adds to the growing body of evidence that structure formation in the universe may have occurred faster than expected.

via Phys.org|

#astronomy #collision #cosmology

science-and-astronomy2 years ago•6 min saved

"James Webb Telescope Uncovers Hidden Wonders in 'El Gordo' Galaxy Cluster"

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has provided a new perspective on the massive galaxy cluster known as El Gordo, unveiling gravitationally distorted galaxies and a red giant star. With its infrared capabilities, the JWST can peer through dust veils and capture the phenomenon of gravitational lensing, where light is bent and magnified by the warping of spacetime. The telescope's observations have revealed a disk-shaped galaxy called El Anzuelo, located 10.6 billion light-years away, and a red giant star named Quyllur, located around 11 billion light-years away. The JWST's images of El Gordo offer valuable insights into the distant universe and demonstrate the power of gravitational lensing.

via Space.com|

#el-gordo #galaxies #gravitational-lensing