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astronomy2 years ago

"Webb Space Telescope Reveals Astonishing Teenage Galaxies in Early Universe"

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has provided new insights into the characteristics of galaxies formed 2 to 3 billion years after the Big Bang. The CECILIA survey, utilizing the JWST, examined 33 ancient galaxies and discovered unusually high temperatures and the presence of elements like nickel. These findings contribute to our understanding of the evolution and chemical makeup of early galaxies, shedding light on galactic development over cosmic history.

via SciTechDaily|
#astronomy#early-universe#galactic-evolution
astronomy2 years ago

Unveiling the Surprising Origins of Adolescent Galaxies and Supernovae

Astrophysicists using NASA's James Webb Space Telescope have discovered that teenage galaxies, formed 2-3 billion years after the Big Bang, exhibit high temperatures and unexpected elements like nickel. The research, part of the CECILIA Survey, provides new insights into the early stages of galactic development and offers a glimpse into the physics that shaped galaxies like the Milky Way. The presence of nickel, a rare and difficult-to-observe element, suggests unique conditions within these galaxies. The study also revealed that the teenage galaxies were hotter than expected, indicating a different chemical makeup compared to older galaxies.

via SciTechDaily|
#astronomy#astrophysics#chemical-evolution
space2 years ago

Unveiling the Astonishing Metal Content of Young Galaxies

Researchers studying "teenage" galaxies, which formed in the first 3 billion years after the Big Bang, have made surprising discoveries. These galaxies contain heavy metal elements like nickel, which is rarely observed even in nearby galaxies. The galaxies also have higher temperatures, with hot pockets reaching over 13,350 degrees Celsius. The observations were conducted as part of the CECILIA Survey using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), aiming to understand the differences in galaxy evolution and the physics behind them. The study pays homage to Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin, a pioneer in studying the chemical makeup of stars.

via IFLScience|
#galaxy-evolution#heavy-metal#jwst-survey