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Seyferts sextet galaxy cluster
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Seyferts sextet galaxy cluster
Seyferts sextet galaxy cluster, Hubble Space Telescope image. Despite the name, only four galaxies are members of the group. The small spiral galaxy at centre is around five times more distant than the others, and lies in the same field of view by chance. The clump of stars at lower right is not a galaxy in its own right, but is a tail of stars thrown off the galaxy to its left. The gravitational interaction of the other four galaxies has distorted their structures. It is likely that the four galaxies will converge to form one large galaxy in several million years
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This print showcases the Seyferts sextet galaxy cluster, a mesmerizing grouping of galaxies captured by the Hubble Space Telescope. Despite its name, only four galaxies are true members of this celestial group. The central spiral galaxy, smaller in size and located at the center of attention, is remarkably five times more distant than its counterparts. Its presence within the same field of view is purely coincidental. Intriguingly, what appears to be a clump of stars at the lower right corner is not an independent galaxy but rather a stunning tail formed from stars that were flung off by the neighboring galaxy on its left. The gravitational interaction between these four galaxies has caused their structures to become distorted over time. Astrophysicists predict that in several million years, these four galaxies will ultimately converge into one colossal entity – forming an awe-inspiring large galaxy. This phenomenon highlights the immense power and influence gravity holds within our universe. This breathtaking image offers us a glimpse into the vastness and complexity of our cosmos while reminding us of how interconnected everything truly is. It serves as a testament to humanity's insatiable curiosity about space exploration and fuels our ongoing quest for knowledge in cosmology and astrophysics.
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