Visible Light Collection

Orion nebula. Coloured composite infrared and visible light image of the Orion nebula M42. This emission nebula, a cloud of gas and dust in which starbirth takes place

Spiral galaxy M81, composite image in visible (yellow), infrared (red), and ultraviolet (blue) light. The yellow centre indicates older stars, the blue areas in the spiral arms are hot, young stars

H-He-Hg emission spectra C017 / 7260
H-He-Hg emission spectra. Graphical representation of the emission spectra lines for the elements hydrogen (H), helium (He) and mercury (Hg)

Interacting galaxies NGC 5257 and 5258
Interacting galaxies NGC 5257 and NGC 5258. Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image of two interacting spiral galaxies, collectively known as Arp 240

Spiral galaxy M81, composite image. M81 is around 12 million light years from Earth, in the constellation of Ursa Major. It has a supermassive black hole at its centre

Whirlpool Galaxy (M51, NGC 5194), visible light image. The Whirlpool galaxy is locked in a gravitational interaction with the smaller irregular galaxy NGC 5195 (left of M51)

Marsh marigold in UV light
Marsh marigold (Caltha palustris) in UV (ultraviolet) light (bottom) and in daylight (top). The pattern seen in the bottom image, known as the bull s-eye or nectar guide

Observatories on Mauna Kea, Hawaii, at sunrise. Left to right they are: Caltech Submillimeter Observatory, James Clerk Maxwell Telescope, Submillimeter Array, Subaru Telescope

Picture No. 12479817
Light refraction on the wall. Spectrum of colours. Date:

Picture No. 12479816
Light refraction on the wall. Spectrum of colours. Date:

Light bulb colour temperature spectrum. This spectrum shows how the overall hue of the light from light bulbs can vary in terms of a calculated characteristic known as colour temperature

Electromagnetic spectrum. Diagram showing the changing wavelengths of electromagnetic (EM) radiation (top) and the corresponding frequencies in Hertz (Hz)

A giant ion cannon built as a defense against huge ships
Test of a giant Ion cannon, which has been built as a defense agains huge ships

Burst of energy forms into powerful beam of light
Combined bursts of energy form a powerful beam which is able to destroy whole planets

Diagram of the transparency of Earths atmosphere to different types of radiation
Diagram illustrating the transparency of Earths atmosphere to different types of radiation

Spitzer Space Telescope composite comparison visible-light and infrared views of the glowing Trifid Nebula, a giant star-forming cloud of gas and dust located in the constellation Sagittarius

Visible light spectrum, artwork C016 / 9846
Visible light spectrum. Computer artwork showing the visible light section of the electromagnetic spectrum. Wavelength increases from top to bottom

Visible light spectrum, artwork C016 / 9849
Visible light spectrum. Computer artwork showing the visible light section of the electromagnetic spectrum. Wavelength increases from top to bottom

Visible light spectrum, artwork C016 / 9847
Visible light spectrum. Computer artwork showing the visible light section of the electromagnetic spectrum. Wavelength increases from top to bottom

Visible light spectrum, artwork C016 / 9848
Visible light spectrum. Computer artwork showing the visible light section of the electromagnetic spectrum. Wavelength increases from top to bottom

Visible light spectrum, artwork C016 / 9845
Visible light spectrum. Computer artwork showing the visible light section of the electromagnetic spectrum. Wavelength increases from top to bottom

Light microscope, illustration C018 / 0737
Light microscope. Illustration of a light microscope with three lenses and a mirror for reflecting light towards the object being viewed

Light microscope, illustration C018 / 0738
Light microscope. Illustration of a light microscope with three lenses and a mirror for reflecting light towards the object being viewed

Electromagnetic spectrum, artwork C016 / 9844
Electromagnetic spectrum. Computer artwork showing part of the electromagnetic spectrum. Wavelength increases from top to bottom. At bottom is infrared light (flat red lines)

Giant Magellan Telescope, artwork
Giant Magellan Telescope. Artwork of the Giant Magellan Telescope (GMT), an optical telescope comprising 7 primary mirrors, each with a diameter of 8.4 metres

Comet 2008 J1 (Boattini), May 2008
Comet 2008 J1 (Boattini). The comet can be seen as the slightly blurred white dot, just left of centre. Comets leave a trail of debris behind them, seen as a coma or tail

Colliding galaxies Arp 148, HST image
Colliding galaxies Arp 148, Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image. Also known as Mayalls Object, this structure is the result of a collision between two galaxies

Mars close approach 2007, HST image
Mars close approach 2007, Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image. Mars is a cold desert world, with an atmosphere of mostly carbon dioxide

Colour temperature spectrum. This spectrum shows how the overall hue of a source of visible light can vary in terms of a calculated characteristic known as colour temperature

Research Microscope computer artwork
The optical microscope, often referred to as the " light microscope", is a type of microscope which uses visible light and a system of lenses to magnify images of small samples

Crab nebula (M1). Composite x-ray, infrared and optical image of the Crab nebula, the remnant of a supernova. In the centre of the nebula is the remains of the stars core

Sun Limb Deformation at Sunset
Atmospheric refraction is the deviation of light from a straight line as it passes through the atmosphere due to the variation in air density as a function of altitude

Earths atmosphere and radiation, artwork
Earths atmosphere and radiation. Computer artwork showing the differing absorbance of electromagnetic waves by the Earths atmosphere

Electromagnetic spectrum, artwork
Electromagnetic spectrum, computer artwork. The changing wavelength of electromagnetic (EM) radiation through the spectrum is shown by the trace along bottom

Microscopes, historical artwork
Microscopes. Historical artwork of a range of microscopes and associated equipment. Six optical microscopes are shown here, together with tools used to handle samples

Visible light spectrum experiment. Historical artwork of the experiment that showed how a prism (upper left) can be used to split a beam of white light into its component colours

Galaxy cluster MACS J0717, composite image. This massive galaxy cluster was formed when four separate galaxy clusters collided

Observatories on summit of Mauna Kea
Observatories at the summit of Mauna Kea, Hawaii, at sunrise. From left to right they are: Subaru Telescope, Keck 1 and Keck 2 telescopes, and NASA Infrared Telescope Facility

Hubble Space Telescope, artwork
Hubble Space Telescope (HST) in Earth orbit, computer artwork. The Milky Way is in the background. The HST is an astronomical satellite in orbit around Earth

Gemini North telescope, Hawaii
Gemini North telescope dome on the summit of Mauna Kea, Hawaii, USA. This 8-metre optical/infrared telescope was completed in 1999

Gemini North telescope, Hawaii
Gemini North telescope dome on the summit of Mauna Kea, Hawaii, USA. This 8-metre optical/infrared telescope was completed in 1999

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"Unveiling the Cosmic Symphony: Exploring Visible Light through Orion Nebula and Spiral Galaxy M81" Step into the mesmerizing realm as we journey through celestial wonders like never before. Behold the breathtaking beauty of the Orion Nebula, a stellar nursery where new stars are born amidst vibrant hues and ethereal glow. Marvel at the composite image of Spiral Galaxy M81, revealing its intricate spiral arms adorned with countless stars, painting a cosmic masterpiece across the vast expanse of space. Delve deeper into scientific exploration as we analyze H-He-Hg emission spectra C017/7260, unraveling the secrets hidden within this captivating spectrum that holds clues to our understanding of matter in distant realms. Witness another awe-inspiring composite image showcasing Interacting Galaxies NGC 5257 and 5258 engaged in a celestial dance, their gravitational forces shaping their intertwined forms against an infinite backdrop. Gaze upon the Whirlpool Galaxy's swirling embrace of cosmic dust and gas, where star formation thrives amidst interstellar chaos – a testament to nature's boundless creativity. Discover unexpected beauty on Earth too; witness Marsh Marigold basking in UV light, illuminating its delicate petals with an otherworldly radiance that reveals unseen splendor lurking beneath our familiar surroundings. Travel to Mauna Kea's observatories perched atop majestic heights, offering unparalleled views into distant galaxies and unveiling mysteries yet untold by human eyes. Picture No. 12479817 captures this remarkable vantage point from which humanity reaches for answers among twinkling stars. Picture No. 12479816 showcases not only distant wonders but also sheds light on everyday life – explore how different color temperatures shape our perception with a fascinating glimpse into a light bulb's temperature spectrum. Finally, let your imagination soar beyond earthly bounds as we envision a colossal ion cannon built to defend against gargantuan ships traversing unknown frontiers, a testament to humanity's ingenuity and our eternal quest for protection.