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Hubble's Insight into the Complexities of Interpreting Galactic Imagery

NASA and ESA have shared a new photo from the Hubble Space Telescope showing a seemingly dense cluster of galaxies, but appearances can be deceiving in space photography. The largest spiral galaxy, NGC 1356, and two others, LEDA 467699 and LEDA 95415, look like they're close together, but in reality, they are hundreds of millions of light-years apart. The image highlights the challenge in interpreting celestial distances from two-dimensional images, as the actual proximity of these galaxies differs significantly from their angular separation in the sky.

via PetaPixel|

##astronomy #cosmicdistances

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"2023: A Year of Cosmic Wonders, from Alien Mysteries to Epic Space Milestones"

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope captured some of the most remarkable space images of 2023, including a detailed view of the rings around Uranus, a vibrant snapshot of the Milky Way's center where new stars are born, and the brightest supernova observed in the last 420 years, Supernova 1987A. Additionally, the telescope provided the first infrared images of asteroid belts around the star Fomalhaut and a deep space view of ancient galaxies forming a mega-cluster known as Pandora's Cluster. These images offer unprecedented insights into the cosmos, showcasing celestial phenomena and the dynamic processes within our universe.

via The Sun|

##jameswebbspacetelescope #milkywaygalaxy

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"James Webb Telescope Captures Breathtaking New Year Image of Uranus' Rings"

The James Webb Space Telescope captured a stunning image of Uranus, showcasing the planet's rings, a polar ice cap, and 14 of its 27 moons. The photo, taken on December 18, 2023, is significant for revealing the elusive "Zeta ring" and providing a detailed view of atmospheric features, including a north polar cloud cap indicative of Uranus's extreme seasons due to its 98-degree axial tilt. The image also includes background stars and galaxies, enhancing our understanding of the ice giant and its environment.

via Yahoo Life|

##astronomy #jameswebbspacetelescope

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Persian Astronaut Captures Stunning Images of Iran from Space

NASA astronaut Jasmin Moghbeli, whose parents are Iranian, captured a series of stunning aerial photos of Iran from the International Space Station (ISS), expressing that it may be the closest she will ever get to her parents' birthplace. Moghbeli had been eager to photograph Tehran but faced challenges due to work schedules, lighting conditions, and clouds. Finally, she was able to capture some decent photos, allowing her to connect with her parents and trace their early lives in Iran. Moghbeli's parents fled to Germany during the 1979 Iranian revolution before settling in the United States.

via PetaPixel|

#aerial-photography #astronaut #iran

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"Astronaut's Spectacular View: Moonglint, Volcanic Aleutians, and Aurora Borealis"

An astronaut aboard the International Space Station captured a stunning photo of the Aleutian Islands off the coast of Alaska, showcasing the beauty of moonglint and the aurora borealis. The archipelago, formed by volcanic eruptions, is illuminated by the rare phenomenon of moonglint, which occurs when the Moon's light reflects off the water at a specific angle. The image also captures the vibrant green light of the aurora borealis, caused by the interaction between the Earth's magnetic field and solar radiation.

via SciTechDaily|

#aleutian-islands #astronaut #aurora-borealis