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"Webb Space Telescope Captures Mysterious Cosmic 'Question Mark' in Deep Space"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS News

The James Webb Space Telescope captured an image of a mysterious question mark shape in deep space, which has gone viral on social media. However, experts explain that this phenomenon is a result of pareidolia, where the human brain perceives recognizable shapes in random patterns. The shape is likely formed by merging galaxies, a common occurrence in the universe, which can create tidal tails that appear curved. The image, showing the star forming cloud Herbig-Haro 46/47, provides valuable insights for scientists studying these processes.

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

Originally Published 2 years ago — by KXAN.com

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.

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