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astronomy2 years ago•2 min saved

Unraveling the Enigma: The Cosmic Question Mark in Deep Space

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope captured a high-resolution image of two young orbiting stars known as Herbig-Haro 46/47, revealing a galactic question mark shape below them. The image, spanning three light-years across in the Vela Constellation, shows the pair of stars, which are only a few thousand years old. The red fuzzy image below the stars is believed to be a distant galaxy or potentially interacting galaxies, but further investigation is needed to determine its exact nature.

via Hyperallergic|

#astronomy #cosmic-phenomena #distant-galaxy

space-and-cosmos2 years ago•2 min saved

Unveiling the Mystery: Webb Space Telescope Captures a Question Mark in Deep Space

The recent discovery of a question mark-shaped optical illusion in an image captured by the Webb Space Telescope has sparked intrigue among astronomers. While it is believed to be an unrelated pair of galaxies caught in the act of mating, similar to past misconceptions, this discovery has reignited curiosity about the mysteries of the universe. The profound cosmic ignorance represented by this question mark serves as a reminder of how much we have yet to learn about the cosmos.

via The New York Times|

#cosmic-ignorance #galaxies #herbig-haro-4647

space2 years ago•1 min saved

Mysterious 'Question Mark' Detected in Deep Space by Webb Space Telescope

The James Webb Space Telescope has captured an image showing what appears to be a "question mark" in deep space. The image reveals two stars, Herbig-Haro 46/47, forming in the center of a disc of gas and dust, with the question mark shape located just beneath them. Astronomers believe it is likely one or more galaxies interacting, and its red color suggests it is quite distant. This may be the first sighting of such a phenomenon in space. The James Webb Space Telescope, considered the successor to the Hubble Space Telescope, celebrated its one-year anniversary and is known for its ability to look billions of years into the past.

via The Hill|

#astronomical-discovery #deep-space #european-space-agency

space2 years ago•1 min saved

Mysterious 'Question Mark' Spotted in Deep Space by Webb Space Telescope

The James Webb Space Telescope has captured an image showing what appears to be a giant "question mark" in deep space. The image features two stars, Herbig-Haro 46/47, forming in the center of a disc of gas and dust, with the enigmatic shape located just beneath them. According to experts, the object is likely one or more galaxies interacting, and its color suggests it is quite distant. The James Webb Space Telescope, known as a "time-machine" for its ability to look billions of years into the past, recently celebrated its one-year anniversary.

via KXAN.com|

#deep-space #galaxies #herbig-haro-4647

astronomy2 years ago•3 min saved

"Unveiling the Enigmatic Giant: James Webb Telescope Spots Question Mark Galaxy in Deep Space"

The James Webb Space Telescope has captured a detailed image of two actively forming stars surrounded by a disk of material. In the background of the image, there is an object resembling a giant cosmic question mark, which is believed to be a distant galaxy or potentially interacting galaxies. The object's red color suggests it is quite distant, and it may be the first time astronomers have observed it. Theories suggest it could be two merging galaxies or part of a larger galaxy undergoing tidal disruption. The James Webb Space Telescope's high-resolution near-infrared imaging capabilities are expected to reveal more stunning discoveries in the future.

via Livescience.com|

#astronomy #cosmic-question-mark #deep-space

space2 years ago•7 min saved

Stunning Webb Images Capture Vibrant Birth of Stars

The James Webb Space Telescope has captured a stunning image of Herbig-Haro 46/47, showcasing a pair of actively forming stars in vibrant detail and color. The image was processed using scientific principles of "chromatic ordering," assigning color channels to filtered images. The image reveals the ability of Webb to peer through thick dust and gas, providing insights into star formation. The image also highlights distant galaxies and stars in the background.

via PetaPixel|

#herbig-haro-4647 #image-processing #james-webb-space-telescope

astronomy2 years ago•1 min saved

"Webb telescope captures stunning image of vibrant new stars"

The James Webb Space Telescope has captured a detailed near-infrared image of the young stars Herbig-Haro 46/47, located 1,470 light-years away in the Vela constellation. The image reveals the stars within a gas and dust-filled nebula, showcasing their orange-white center and the material they have released into space over thousands of years. The image also highlights the wavy patterns and blue threads created by collisions between new and older ejected material. This observation provides valuable insights into the formation and evolution of stars.

via CNN|

#astronomy #herbig-haro-4647 #james-webb-space-telescope

science-and-astronomy2 years ago•4 min saved

"James Webb Space Telescope Captures Mesmerizing Portrait of Stars in the Making"

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has captured a stunning image of two actively forming stars, known as Herbig-Haro 46/47, using its powerful infrared sensors. The image reveals a salmon-colored smear at the center, representing the area where the stars are located. The image also shows conical regions of darkness, which are shadows of a gassy, dusty disk surrounding the stars. Two large "lobes" on either side of the disk, made up of material ejected by the stars, are also visible. The image provides valuable insights into star formation and marks the most detailed portrait of these stars to date.

via Space.com|

#actively-forming-stars #herbig-haro-4647 #infrared-imaging

astronomy2 years ago•4 min saved

"James Webb Space Telescope Captures Mesmerizing Portrait of Stars in the Making"

The James Webb Space Telescope has captured a stunning image of two actively forming stars, known as Herbig-Haro 46/47, located about 1,470 light-years away. The image, produced using the telescope's powerful infrared sensors, reveals a salmon-colored smear at the center, representing the area where the stars are found. The image also showcases conical regions of darkness, which are shadows of a gassy, dusty disk surrounding the stars. Two large "lobes" on either side of the disk, made up of material ejected by the stars, are also visible. The image provides scientists with valuable insights into the process of star formation.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#astronomy #herbig-haro-4647 #infrared-imaging

astronomy2 years ago•4 min saved

"James Webb Space Telescope Captures Mesmerizing Portrait of Stars in the Making"

via Yahoo News|

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space-science2 years ago•1 min saved

"Webb's Infrared Snapshot Reveals Dynamic Birth of Stars"

The James Webb Space Telescope has captured a high-resolution near-infrared image of a pair of actively forming young stars, known as Herbig-Haro 46/47, providing the most detailed portrait of these stars to date. The stars are buried in a disc of gas and dust, with their activity and the surrounding nebula now visible. This image will help researchers gain new insights into the process of star formation.

via European Space Agency|

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