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astronomy2 years ago

JWST Anniversary Image Captures Mesmerizing Birth of Baby Stars

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has captured a stunning image of the Rho Ophiuchi cloud complex, revealing a dense region of baby stars hidden within the dust. The JWST's infrared vision allows it to penetrate the dust clouds and observe the star formation process, providing new insights into the early stages of stellar lifecycle. The image shows 50 stars, including one significantly more massive than the Sun, as well as red bipolar jets of molecular hydrogen and a star carving out a glowing cave of dust. The JWST has revolutionized our understanding of the Universe, from our Solar System to the farthest reaches of space and time.

space-science2 years ago

"NASA's James Webb Telescope: A Year of Spectacular Discoveries"

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has marked its first anniversary with the release of a new image showcasing its ability to explore the universe. The telescope has exceeded expectations, capturing stunning images and making significant scientific discoveries. It has observed surprisingly bright galaxies in the early universe, challenging previous theories on galaxy formation. The JWST has also detected the earliest active supermassive black hole ever observed and detected carbon dioxide in the atmosphere of an exoplanet. Scientists are excited about the telescope's spectroscopic capabilities and are looking forward to bolder scientific investigations in the coming year.