Astronomical Collection (#96)

Astronaut Fuglesang performing spacewalk. Swedish astronaut Christer Fuglesang participating in the second extravehicular activity (EVA)

Z Camelopardalis, UV image
Z Camelopardalis, far ultraviolet image. Z Camelopardalis (centre, white) is a double-star (binary) system. It is composed of a dead star (white dwarf) and a companion star

Alien planet HD 209458 b and its sun
Alien planet and its sun. Artwork of the planet HD 209458 b with its parent star (HD 209458), as seen from the surface of a moon

Computer-coloured view of jet in M87 active galaxy
Jet in M87 galaxy. Coloured visible-light image of the core of the active galaxy M87. The core is upper left of centre, and a long optical jet is seen pointing toward lower right

Extrasolar planetary system. Artwork of a gas giant orbiting a star outside our solar system, viewed from its cratered moon

Ancient planet in M4 globular cluster
Ancient planet. Artwork of a 13 billion-year-old gas giant planet with a rich background of stars in its home, the M4 globular star cluster

View from an alien planet, artwork
View from an alien planet. Computer artwork depicting the view from a hypothetical planet near the star Castor C. Castor C is part of a multiple star system known as Castor

Dark matter ring in galaxy cluster
Dark matter ring in the galaxy cluster CI 0024+17, Hubble Space Telescope image. The ring is seen surrounding a central concentration of dark matter (coloured blue here)

Gas giant seen from its moon, artwork
Gas giant planet (upper right) seen from the surface of one of its moons, computer artwork. Light from the parent star is seen shining over the moons horizon at lower right

The planet Venus appulsing a star
Molten planet, computer artwork. This large rocky planet, which could be the core of what was once a gas giant, is a hypothetical type of extrasolar planet that has not been discovered yet

Spectral classes of star, computer artwork. There are seven main classes of star, categorised according to their temperature and spectrum

Astronaut performing a spacewalk
Astronaut performing a space walk. Composite image of an astronaut performing a space walk, or extra-vehicular activity (EVA), during the STS-115 mission. The Earth is seen in the background

Random universe. Conceptual computer artwork of dice in space. This represents the fundamental uncertainty of the universe

Gas giant seen from its moon
Gas giant planet seen from the surface of one of its moons, artwork. The parent star is seen shining through the planets ring system at centre left, on the horizon

Gamma ray burst formation, artwork. A gamma ray burst (GRB) is a short, intense emission of gamma rays from a point source in space

Extrasolar planet
Icy bodies in a Kuiper Belt. Artwork of a planet orbiting a star outside of our solar system. It is amongst a band of icy astronomical bodies similar to those found within our solar systems own

Simeis 147 supernova remnant, optical image. The glowing filaments of gas and dust are the remains of a supernova explosion, or explosive death of a large star

First generation of stars, artwork
First generation of stars. Artwork of the first stars in the universe, thought to have formed over 13 billion years ago, when the universe was only a few million years old

Sirius binary star system, Hubble Space Telescope image. Sirius A (centre, Alpha Canis Majoris), in the constellation Canis Major

Planet orbiting Antares, computer artwork
Alien planet. Computer artwork of a hypothetical planet (seen at centre and at right) orbiting the red supergiant star Antares (at far left)

Surface of extrasolar planet Gliese 581c, computer artwork. Gliese 581c orbits its parent star Gliese 581, which is seen setting on the horizon

Dust disc around a star, computer artwork. This artwork is based on the dust disc discovered around the star Epsilon Eridani

Proxima Centauri planet, artwork
Proxima Centauri planet. Artwork of the red dwarf star Proxima Centauri (upper centre), seen from the surface of a hypothetical nearby planet

Young extrasolar gas giant, artwork
Young extrasolar gas giant. Artwork of a gas giant planet (right), two of its moons (lower left), and its parent star (upper left) in a 10 million years old star system

Stars. Computer artwork showing a combination of stars of different colours, sizes and brightness. The colour of a star will depend on several of its properties, including its chemical composition

Nova in Scorpius, July 2005
Nova in Scorpius. The position of this nova, 1737-34 Nova Scorpii 1, is shown by the cross- hairs. A nova is a huge brightening of a double star system

Supernova in galaxy NGC 1300
Supernova. Computer artwork of a supernova (pink) in the barred spiral galaxy NGC 1300. A supernova is the explosive death of a star, which for a short while can outshine an entire galaxy

Seyferts sextet galaxy cluster, Hubble Space Telescope image. Despite the name, only four galaxies are members of the group

Spiral galaxy NGC 4603. Optical image of a type Sc spiral galaxy, which lies 108 million light years away in the constellation of Centaurus

Alien sky at sunset, computer artwork
Alien sky at sunset. Computer artwork of a sky seen from a hypothetical alien (extrasolar) planet, showing another sun (orange, centre left)

Neutron star, artwork
Neutron star. Artwork of a neutron star. This super-dense astronomical object is the remains of a massive star that has collapsed under its own gravity

Planets in the Orion nebula
Young planets in the Orion nebula, artwork. The brightest part of the Orion nebula (M42) is at upper left. A large gas giant planet is seen in the sky from one of its moons

Astronaut self-portrait, composite image
Astronaut self-portrait. Composite image of an astronaut taking a picture of himself whilst performing a space walk, or extra-vehicular activity (EVA), during a space shuttle mission

Extrasolar planetary system, artwork
Extrasolar planetary system. Computer artwork of a stellar system with an Earth-like planet (centre) orbiting a star (upper centre), as seen from the surface of a futuristic, alien world

Habitable alien planet. Artwork of land and oceans on an Earth-like alien planet. A planets orbit and its size have to fit within a narrow range in order to have a surface temperature suitable for

Extrasolar planet, artwork
Extrasolar planet. Computer artwork of a planet orbiting a binary system of red dwarf stars. A red dwarf is smaller and cooler than our own Sun, emitting little light

Quasar Markarian 205. Optical image of the quasar Markarian 205 (upper right) and the spiral galaxy NGC 4319 (centre). These objects lie in the constellation of Draco

PSLV-C2 space rocket
Space rocket on the launch pad. This is the Indian Space Research Organisations Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) C2. It was 44 metres tall, and had a lift-off weight of 295 tonnes

Extrasolar planet Pollux b, artwork
Extrasolar planet Pollux b, computer artwork. The parent star, Pollux (Beta Geminorum) is at upper left. Pollux is one of the brightest stars in the sky

Galaxies M81 and M82. Optical image of the spiral galaxy M81 (centre) and the smaller irregularly shaped M82 (centre top)

Radio galaxy, computer artwork. A radio galaxy is a type of active galaxy, having a core of emission in the middle of the galaxy, known as an active galactic nucleus (AGN)

Supernova remnant 1987A. Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image of the glowing ring of gas that is the remains of supernova 1987A. SN1987A is located in the Large Magellanic Cloud galaxy

Elliptical galaxy NGC 1316, HST image
Elliptical galaxy NGC 1316, Hubble Space Telescope image. This giant galaxy has a large amount of dark dust silhouetted against it

Alien planet 51 Pegasi b and its sun. Artwork of 51 Pegasi b crossing its parent star 51 Pegasi, as seen from the surface of a moon. 51 Pegasi b is a gas giant that was discovered in 1995

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Astronomical wonders unfold before our eyes, revealing the vastness and beauty of the cosmos. From the iconic Pale Blue Dot captured by Voyager 1 to the mesmerizing Hubble Ultra Deep Field 2012 image, we are reminded of our place in this infinite expanse. The historic 1919 solar eclipse confirmed Einstein's theory of general relativity, forever altering our understanding of space-time. Gazing up at the night sky, we find solace in familiar constellations like The Plough asterism in Ursa Major and Orions belt, guiding us through the celestial tapestry. Joseph Wright's Orrery brings to life a mechanical representation of our solar system, reminding us of its intricate workings. The Hubble Ultra Deep Field galaxies captivate with their sheer number and diversity, showcasing countless cosmic marvels waiting to be explored. The Messier objects present a full set of celestial treasures for astronomers to uncover and study. Within Orion's nebula lies a stellar nursery where new stars are born amidst swirling gas clouds—a breathtaking sight that ignites curiosity about the origins of life itself. Earthrise photograph immortalizes humanity's first glimpse at our home from space—an artwork that evokes awe and unity among all who behold it. The Pillars of Creation stand tall within the Eagle Nebula—a testament to nature's ability to sculpt extraordinary formations over millions of years. Nebula Sh 2-106 reveals its vibrant colors through an exquisite HST image, captivating us with its ethereal beauty. As we continue exploring these astronomical wonders, let us embrace both humbleness and wonderment—knowing that there is still so much left undiscovered beyond what meets our eyes.