Amidst the vast universe, solitary galaxies actually gather in clusters, bound together by their shared gravity. Surprisingly, at times, they even consume each other. Put simply, larger galaxies merge with and consume smaller ones, growing even larger. The Milky Way galaxy itself cannibalized a neighboring galaxy, gaining supremacy about 10 billion years ago. And what …
Ever since astronomers first gazed upon the mesmerizing spiral arms of the Milky Way, they have been intrigued by the processes that shape these extraordinary structures. These processes also account for the diverse range of galaxies in the observable universe, consisting of around 2 trillion distinct galaxies in different sizes, shapes, and compositions. To gain …
Experience the mesmerizing beauty of spiral galaxy M83 through the lens of the revolutionary James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). Delve into the depths of the universe as the spaceborne observatory, equipped with its powerful infrared device, the Mid-Infrared Instrument (MIRI), unveils this captivating image. Known as NGC 5236, M83 is a barred spiral galaxy situated …