Ngc 224 Collection

Andromeda galaxy. Optical image of the Andromeda spiral galaxy (M31). North is at top. This is the nearest major galaxy to our own Milky Way

The predicted collision between the Andromeda galaxy and the Milky Way
This illustration shows the predicted collision between the Andromeda galaxy and the Milky Way in about 3-5 billion years

Andromeda galaxys older stellar population in blue. A pronounced warp in the disk of the galaxy, the aftermath of a collision with another galaxy

Optical photo of Andromeda galaxy & its satellites
Optical photo of M31 with companions M32 (NGC 221) and NGC 205. Photographed with 48-inch Schmidt telescope, Mt Palomar

The Andromeda Galaxy and Triangulum Galaxy with star clusters
Full frame image showing the Andromeda Galaxy (Messier 31), at upper center, the Triangulum Galaxy (Messier 33), below center, NGC 752 star cluster (left of center)

A selection of galaxies shown to the same scale
Galaxy size comparison chart. A selection of galaxies shown to the same scale

The Rosette Nebula with nebulosity complex in Monoceros
The Rosette Nebula (bottom), with open cluster NGC 2244, and complex of nebulosity in Monoceros (above), including the Cone Nebula and Christmas Tree Cluster, with Monoceros dark nebula complex

NGC 3628, an unbarred spiral galaxy in the constellation Leo
The Andromeda Galaxy, also known as Messier 31 or NGC 224, in the constellation Andromeda

Messier 31, the Andromeda Galaxy. This image captured with a telescope and a scientific CCD camera

The southwest spiral arm of Messier 31

The Monoceros region showing the Rosette Nebula, Cone Nebula and Christmas Tree Cluster

Andromeda Galaxy with companions
M31, the Andromeda Galaxy, with companions, M32 below and M110 above

Cassiopeia, Perseus and Andromeda area of the northern autumn sky with Milky Way. Several deep-sky objects are visible: Double Cluster; M31 the Andromeda Galaxy; M33 the Triangulum Galaxy; NGC 752

Close-up of the southwest spiral arm of Messier 31. This image captured with a telescope and a scientific CCD camera

The collision of the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies seen from the Earth
3 or 4 billion years from now, the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies will collide. This artists concept depicts the collision of the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies as seeb from the Earth

Infrared image of the Andromeda Galaxy, also known as Messier 31 or NGC 224

The Andromeda Galaxy, also known as Messier 31 or NGC 224

A comet passes by an astronaut in deep space
A cosmonaut floats in deep space while tethered to his ship. A massive comet passes near him on its way towards the sun it orbits

Andromeda Galaxy Mosaic
M31 Andromeda Galaxy Mosaic. This mosaic covers 1/3 of the star forming disk of the Andromeda Galaxy and fully resolves 117 million stars within M31

The Milky Way and the other members of our Local Group of galaxies

Andromeda Galaxy, 19th century
Andromeda Galaxy. 19th-century astronomical observation of the Andromeda Galaxy (M31, NGC 224). North is at left. At the time, such objects were still thought to be nebulae

Andromeda galaxy, ultraviolet image
Andromeda galaxy, ultraviolet space telescope image. Andromeda is the nearest large galaxy to our own. It measures around 140

Andromeda Galaxy (M31, NGC 224)
Optical photograph of M31, the Andromeda Galaxy (NGC 224). Located 2. 2 million light years from Earth, M31 is a giant spiral galaxy which dominates the " Local Group" of which our own

Optical photograph of the Andromeda Galaxy
Optical photograph of M31, the Andromeda Galaxy (NGC 224). Located 2.2 million light years from Earth, M31 is a giant spiral galaxy which dominat- es the " Local Group" of which our own

Andromeda Galaxy with two companion galaxies
Great Andromeda Galaxy. Computer-coloured image of the Great Andromeda Galaxy (M31; NGC 224). It is located 2.2 million light years from Earth in the constellation Andromeda

True-colour Palomar image of the Andromeda Galaxy
Andromeda Galaxy. True-colour optical image from the Palomar Observatory Sky Survey of the Great Andromeda Galaxy (M31; NGC 224)

Andromeda Galaxy with brightness contour lines
Great Andromeda Galaxy. Optical image of the Great Andromeda Galaxy (M31; NGC 224) overlaid with contour lines which link areas of equal brightness

Andromeda Galaxy core stars, artwork. This disk of young, blue stars is thought to be orbiting a supermassive black hole at the core of the Andromeda Galaxy (M31)

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NGC 224, also known as the Andromeda Galaxy, is a celestial marvel that has captivated astronomers and stargazers alike. This spiral galaxy, located approximately 537 million light-years away from our Milky Way, holds numerous secrets waiting to be unraveled. One of the most intriguing aspects is its predicted collision with our very own Milky Way. Scientists estimate that in about 4 billion years, these two galactic giants will merge together in a cosmic dance of epic proportions. The anticipation for this event grows as we envision what it might look like when these colossal structures collide. In stunning optical photos and its satellites, we can observe the older stellar population shining brightly in blue hues. These stars have witnessed countless cosmic events throughout their existence and hold valuable information about the history of our universe. When comparing NGC 224 to other galaxies shown to scale, its sheer size becomes apparent. It dwarfs many neighboring galaxies and stands out among them with its grandeur and majesty. But NGC 224's beauty doesn't end there; it shares the stage with other celestial wonders such as the Triangulum Galaxy and various star clusters. Together they create a mesmerizing spectacle that leaves us awestruck by the vastness of space. As we delve deeper into the cosmos surrounding NGC 224, we encounter breathtaking sights like the Rosette Nebula with its intricate nebulosity complex in Monoceros constellation. These ethereal formations remind us of nature's artistry on an astronomical scale. NGC 3628, an unbarred spiral galaxy residing in Leo constellation alongside Andromeda Galaxy further adds to this galactic tapestry by showcasing yet another captivating structure within our cosmic neighborhood. Messier 31 or simply "The Andromeda Galaxy" continues to enchant us with its enigmatic allure year after year.