Whirlpool Collection (page 3)

A space shuttle tries to avoid the gravity well of a supermassive black hole
An astronaut works desperately to repair his engine, before being caught in the gravity well of a supermassive black hole

A red giant star orbiting a black hole, which is drawing in matter from the star

Artists concept of a protoplanetary disk. A system is forming

An artists illustration of the Cygnus X-1 system. Cygnus X-1 is a so-called stellar-mass black hole, a class of black holes that comes from the collapse of a massive star

Gamma Rays in Active Galactic Nuclei

The Whirlpool Galaxy (NGC 5194), and its companion galaxy (NGC 5195), in the constellation Canes Venatici

A planetary nebula is forming as the star expells its outer layers
This is the final apocalyptic ending to many medium to low mass stars; a planetary nebula is forming as the star expells its outer layers in violent pulsations of solar wind

Gamma Rays in Galactic Nuclei

A giant whirlpool cloud swirls above the sea between Spain and Morocco
August 21, 2002 - A giant whirlpool cloud, coaxed into shape by high-altitude winds, swirls above the sea between Spain and Morocco

Digitally generated image of a black hole

Messier 51, the Whirlpool Galaxy

A black hole in interstellar space
An artists depiction of a black hole in interstellar space pulling in gas and dust that start to heat. Gamma ray bursts exit at the black holes poles and shoot into space

Artists concept of a black hole and its accretion disk in interstellar space
An artists depiction of a black hole and its accretion disk in interstellar space pulling in gas and dust from the surrounding nebula

An astronaut floating in outer space as he is pulled towards a massive black hole
Artists concept of an astronaut floating in outer space as he is pulled towards a massive black hole. Gamma ray bursts erupt from the poles of the singularity

A dusty planet-forming disk in orbit around a whirling young star
This artists concept shows a dusty planet-forming disk in orbit around a whirling young star. The Spitzer Space Telescope found evidence that disks like this one can slow their stars down

Powerful streams of energy spew out of a black hole in the middle of a galaxy
A black hole is a defined region of spacetime which reflects no light and can be found in the middle of galaxies

A stellar black hole caused by the collapse of a massive star
A stellar black hole is caused by the collapse of a massive star and is also called a supernova explosion or a gamma ray Burst

Some galaxies have powerfully active cores that emit jets of energy

Artists concept of Cygnus X-1, a luminous x-ray source in the constellation Cygnus
In 1964 a luminous x-ray source in the sky caught the attention of astronomers. This source contained the first black hole discovered

Implosion of a Sun with visible solar system and planets

Jets of material shooting out from the neutron star in a binary system
This artist concept illustrates jets of material shooting out from the neutron star in the binary system 4U 0614+091. Astronomers using the Spitzer Space Telescope found these remarkable jets

A compact object, or a black hole, is seen ripping off gas from its sun-like companion that has filled its Roche Lobe. Gas from the star (called the donor)

A stellar black hole emits streams of plasma from its event horizon

Dusty disks circling a star
This artists concept illustrates a solar system that is a much younger version of our own. Dusty disks, like the one shown here circling the star, are thought to be the breeding grounds of planets

On the Path to Whirlpool, Canada, Nineteenth Century Engraving

Niagara District, Exit of the River from Whirlpool, Canada, Nineteenth Century Engraving

The River above Whirlpool, Canada, Nineteenth Century Engraving

NIAGARA DISTRICT, The Whirlpool from American side, CANADA, NINETEENTH CENTURY ENGRAVING

Ravine Near Whirlpool, Canada, Nineteenth Century Engraving

The Whirlpool Rapid, Canada, Nineteenth Century Engraving

Niagara District, the Whirlpool, Canada, Nineteenth Century Engraving

Rocks and whirlpool, Austria, Europe

Swirling northern polar lights, rare overhead display, Aurora Borealis, green, near Whitehorse, Yukon Territory, Canada

North America, USA, Hawaii. Whirlpool

Spitzer Space Telescope infrared image of Whirlpool Galaxy. Strange structures bridge gaps between dust-rich spiral arms, and show the dust, gas and stellar populations in the bright spiral galaxy

Niagara District, Exit of the River from Whirlpool, Canada, Nineteenth Century Engraving

The River above Whirlpool, Canada, Nineteenth Century Engraving

On the Path to Whirlpool, Canada, Nineteenth Century Engraving

NIAGARA DISTRICT, The Whirlpool from American side, CANADA, NINETEENTH CENTURY ENGRAVING

The Whirlpool Rapid, Canada, Nineteenth Century Engraving

Ravine Near Whirlpool, Canada, Nineteenth Century Engraving

Niagara District, the Whirlpool, Canada, Nineteenth Century Engraving

Swirling stream, Dark Peak, Peak District N. P. Derbyshire, England, November
Swirling stream, Dark Peak, Peak District N.P. Derbyshire, England, November

Poe / Descent / Maelstrom
A DESCENT INTO MAELSTROM " The boat appeared to be hanging, as if by magic, ...Upon the interior surface of a funnel." Date: First published: 1841

Canada, Quebec. Autumn leaves swirl on small creek

Whirlpool Rapids and Lower Steel Arch Bridge, Niagara Falls, New York. Date c1898

Whirlpool Rapids, looking up Niagara. Date c1900

Niagara Falls - Aero Car over the whirlpool
Niagara Falls - The Aero Car over the whirlpool. The aero car was designed by a Spanish engineer, Leonardo Torres y Quevedo. Date: circa 1929

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"Journey through the Whirlpool: From M51 Galaxy to Dream Falls" Embark on a cosmic adventure as we delve into the captivating world of whirlpools. Our first stop takes us millions of light-years away, where the mesmerizing spiral arms of the M51 Whirlpool Galaxy beckon us with their celestial beauty. Leaving behind the vastness of space, our next destination brings us closer to home - Tahquamenon Falls State Park's enchanting Dream Falls. Here, nature's own whirlpool showcases its power and grace as water cascades down in a breathtaking display. Drawing inspiration from ancient tales, we encounter Scylla from Homer's epic poem "The Odyssey. " Like a treacherous whirlpool, she lurks in wait for unsuspecting sailors who dare venture too close. A reminder that even legends warn against the dangers that lie within these swirling forces. Intriguingly depicted in cartoons and art throughout history is Britannia caught between Scylla and Charybdis. This metaphorical representation symbolizes navigating life's challenges - finding balance amidst turbulent waters or being drawn into an overwhelming vortex. Venturing further north to Oulu, Lapland, Finland, we discover Myllytupa gorge at Oulanka National Park transformed by winter's icy embrace. The frozen landscape creates an ethereal scene where glistening ice formations mimic whirling eddies captured in time. Nature continues to amaze as we witness a school of barracuda moving harmoniously through underwater currents resembling miniature whirlpools. Their synchronized dance reminds us of nature’s intricate patterns and how unity can be found even within chaos. Returning once more to outer space, we encounter the awe-inspiring duo - the Whirlpool Galaxy (M51) and its companion galaxy. These celestial behemoths captivate astronomers with their gravitational dance – forever locked together in an eternal cosmic waltz.