Wide Field Planetary Camera 2 Collection

Giant Twisters in the Lagoon Nebula
This NASA Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image reveals a pair of one-half light-year long interstellar " twisters, " eerie funnels

Interacting galaxies Arp 147, HST image
Interacting galaxies Arp 147. Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image of a pair of interacting galaxies known as Arp 147. The galaxy at left is relatively undisturbed apart from a smooth ring of

Hubble Reopens Eye on the Universe
In its first glimpse of the heavens following the successful December 1999 servicing mission, NASAs Hubble Space Telescope captured a majestic view of a planetary nebula

Cometary Knots Around A Dying Star
These gigantic, tadpole-shaped objects are probably the result of a dying stars last gasps. Dubbed " cometary knots" because their glowing heads and gossamer tails resemble comets

Irregular galaxy NGC 7673, optical Hubble Space Telescope image. Intense star birth regions (blue) make this a starburst galaxy

Galaxy cluster collision, X-ray image
Galaxy cluster MACS J0025.4-1222 collision. Combined Hubble Space Telescope (HST) and Chandra X-ray Observatory (CXO) image of a powerful collision of galaxy clusters

Monkey Head Nebula, HST image C013 / 5760
Monkey Head Nebula. Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image of pillars of glowing gas and dark dust in the Monkey Head Nebula (NGC 2174)

Galaxy pair Arp 116, HST image
Galaxy pair Arp 116, Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image. Combined optical and infrared image of the two galaxies making up the Arp 116 galaxy pair

Spiral galaxy NGC 922, HST image
Spiral galaxy NGC 922, Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image. Combined optical and infrared image of the spiral galaxy NGC 922

Stars in M4 globular cluster, optical Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image. Globular star clusters are balls of hundreds of thousands of stars

Globular cluster M13, HST image
Globular cluster M13. Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image of hundreds of thousands of stars making up the globular cluster M13

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The Wide Field Planetary Camera 2 (WFPC2) has truly opened our eyes to the wonders of the universe. With its advanced technology, it has captured breathtaking images that have left us in awe. One of its remarkable achievements was capturing the Giant Twisters in the Lagoon Nebula. This mesmerizing image showcased swirling clouds of gas and dust, creating a celestial masterpiece. Another stunning capture was the Interacting galaxies Arp 147. The WFPC2 revealed two galaxies locked in an intricate dance, their gravitational forces shaping them into a cosmic work of art. After undergoing repairs and upgrades, Hubble reopened its eye on the universe with WFPC2 leading the way. Its high-resolution imagery allowed us to witness phenomena like never before. The camera also shed light on Cometary Knots Around A Dying Star. These delicate structures resembled ethereal wisps surrounding a fading star, leaving astronomers marveling at their beauty and complexity. Intriguingly irregular galaxy NGC 7673 became another subject for WFPC2's lens. Its unique shape challenged conventional notions about galactic formations, sparking new avenues for research and exploration. WFPC2 even captured a Galaxy Cluster Collision through X-ray imaging. This groundbreaking observation provided crucial insights into how these massive structures interacted and evolved over time. Monkey Head Nebula stood out as one of WFPC2's most iconic images - showcasing intricate details within this stellar nursery that resembled our primate counterparts' visage - truly captivating viewers worldwide. Galaxy pair Arp 116 presented another extraordinary sight thanks to WFPC2's capabilities - two galaxies merging together amidst cosmic chaos yet forming something entirely new and beautiful in their union. Spiral galaxy NGC 922 displayed its majestic arms gracefully spiraling outward under WFPC2's gaze – revealing hidden secrets about galactic evolution while dazzling observers with its sheer elegance. Not only did WFPC2 capture distant wonders, but it also delved into our own cosmic neighborhood.