Barred spiral galaxy NGC 1300, HST image

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Barred spiral galaxy NGC 1300, HST image

Barred spiral galaxy NGC 1300, Hubble Space Telescope image. It is known as a barred spiral as the arms radiate from a central bar (running left- right) rather than radiating spirally from the nucleus itself as in most spiral galaxies. The factors leading to the formation of a bar are unclear. The arms are dominated by hot young blue stars and pink starbirth regions. The nucleus and bar comprise mainly older, redder stars and dust, which combine to give it a yellower appearance. NGC 1300 lies around 69 million light years from Earth in the constellation Eridanus. This image was taken in September 2004

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2004 Astrophysical Astrophysics Galaxy Hubble Space Telescope Nucleus Eridanus

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This breathtaking print captures the mesmerizing beauty of the Barred Spiral Galaxy NGC 1300, as seen through the lens of the Hubble Space Telescope. Unlike most spiral galaxies, NGC 1300 exhibits a unique structure with its arms radiating from a central bar that stretches horizontally across its core. The formation of this bar remains shrouded in mystery, leaving astronomers intrigued and searching for answers. The image showcases vibrant blue stars and pink starbirth regions dominating the galaxy's arms, signifying their youthfulness and intense heat. In contrast, the nucleus and bar are composed mainly of older, redder stars intermingled with dust particles that lend a yellowish hue to their appearance. NGC 1300 resides approximately 69 million light years away from Earth within the constellation Eridanus. Its distant location adds an ethereal quality to this cosmic masterpiece captured by Hubble in September 2004. This photograph not only serves as a testament to humanity's insatiable curiosity about our universe but also highlights the remarkable advancements in astrophysics and astronomical research. Displayed proudly by Science Photo Library, this awe-inspiring image invites us to contemplate our place in space while marveling at nature's grandeur on an unimaginable scale.

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