Galaxies Collection (page 3)

Stars And The Milky Way

Northern Lights, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

astronaut, cell phone, color image, computer graphic, concept, deep space, digital camera
Woman astronaut posing for cell phone selfie during space walk

Antennae colliding galaxies C017 / 3745
Antennae colliding galaxies, combined optical image. The Antennae (NGC 4038 and NGC 4039) are formed of two galaxies colliding due to mutual gravitational attraction

Galaxy cluster Abell 2261, HST image
Galaxy cluster Abell 2261, Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image. Combined optical and infrared image of the galaxy cluster Abell 2261. Galaxy clusters are gravitationally bound groupings of galaxies

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

Torus universe, artwork
Torus universe. Computer artwork of a universe shaped like a torus (doughnut-shaped). Some cosmologists believe that the universe could be this shape due to gravity warping spacetime

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

1856, Burritt, Huntington Chart of Comets, Star Clusters, Galaxies, and Nebulae, topography
1856, Burritt, Huntington Chart of Comets, Star Clusters, Galaxies, and Nebulae

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Measuring the expanding universe, artwork C017 / 0678
Measuring the expanding universe. Computer artwork demonstrating two ways that are used to measure the rate at which the universe is expanding. At left the standard candle method is shown

30-inch telescope, Helwan, Egypt
30-inch telescope, Helwan Observatory. This observatory was built in Helwan, a suburb of Cairo, Egypt, from 1903. This 30-inch reflector telescope was provided in 1905 by British astronomer John

Coastal rock under the Milky Way C016 / 9585
Coastal rock under the Milky Way. Twilight lit rocks on the shore under the stars of the Milky Way, with light pollution from a town on the horizon. Photographed near Lesconil, Brittany, France

Spiral galaxy NGC 6872, composite image C016 / 9730
Spiral galaxy NGC 6872, composite image. This large barred spiral galaxy, also called the Condor Galaxy, is over 212 million light years distant in the constellation of Pavo

Lighthouse under the Milky Way C016 / 9584
Lighthouse under the Milky Way. Pontsuval lighthouse shining under the stars of the Milky Way, with the Andromeda Galaxy (just left of light beam) and the Perseus double cluster (far left) also seen

Closed universe, artwork
Closed universe. Computer artwork showing the geometrical curvature of a closed universe. The galaxies are shown on a grid, which represents the overall geometry of the universe

Open universe, artwork
Open universe. Computer artwork showing the geometrical curvature of an open (hyperbolic) universe. The galaxies are shown on a grid, which represents the overall geometry of the universe

Cosmic string lensing, artwork. Cosmic strings (red) are theoretical one-dimensional loops thought to have formed when regions of spacetime with different properties contacted each other during

Vitamin D2, molecular model. The chemical formula for vitamin D2, also called ergocalciferol, is C28.H44.O. Atoms are represented as spheres and are colour-coded: carbon (blue)

Funnel-shaped universe, artwork
Funnel-shaped universe. Computer artwork showing the geometrical curvature of a Picard horn (funnel-shaped) universe. The galaxies are shown on a grid

Big Bang and galaxies, artwork C014 / 1242
Big Bang and galaxies. Artwork showing the galaxies that formed following the Big Bang (centre), the initial expansion of all the matter in the universe from an infinitely compact state some 13.7

Big Bang and galaxies, artwork C014 / 1243
Big Bang and galaxies. Artwork showing the galaxies that formed following the Big Bang (centre), the initial expansion of all the matter in the universe from an infinitely compact state some 13.7

Milky way and surrounding dwarf galaxies. Image from space looking towards the Milky Way (centre left). Here the spiralling arms of the galaxy can be clearly seen

Artificial planets, artwork
Artificial planets. Computer artwork of a view across the surface of an artificial planet made out of metal, towards a second metal planet orbiting above

Leviathan of Birr, Ireland
Leviathan of Birr. This 6-foot telescope, at Birr Castle, Parsonstown, Ireland, was constructed in 1845 by the Irish astronomer William Parsons (1800-1867), the 3rd Earl of Rosse

30-inch telescope focus, Helwan, Egypt
30-inch telescope focus. At right is the secondary mirror, used to reflect light from the larger primary mirror towards the camera (left) that contains photographic plates

Artificial planet, artwork
Artificial planet. Computer artwork of spaceships approaching an artificial planet made out of metal

Dark matter, conceptual image C013 / 5592
Dark matter, conceptual image. Computer artwork representing the presence of dark matter in the universe. Dark matter is a form of matter that cannot be detected by telescopes as it emits no

Human eye and galaxies, composite image
MODEL RELEASED. Human eye and galaxies, composite image

Big Bang vs Big Bounce, artwork
Big Bounce vs Big Bang. Computer artwork comparing the Big Bang theory (bottom) with the Big Bounce theory (top) of the formation of the known universe

Big Bounce cyclic double universe, conceptual image. Computer artwork representing the presence of a cyclic double universe as proposed by the Big Bounce theory of the formation of the known

Whirlpool Galaxy, 19th century
Whirlpool Galaxy. 19th-century astronomical observation of the Whirlpool Galaxy (M51a, NGC 5194) and its smaller companion galaxy (NGC 5195, M51b). North is at top

Leviathan of Birr, Ireland, 19th century
Leviathan of Birr. 19th-century artwork of the 6-foot telescope erected in 1845 at Birr Castle, Parsonstown, Ireland, by the Irish astronomer William Parsons (1800-1867), 3rd Earl of Rosse

Earth and space, conceptual artwork
Earth and space. Conceptual computer artwork showing the planet Earth (upper left) with boxes showing our solar system (bottom left), our galaxy, the Milky Way (bottom centre)

COSMOS region in Sextans, VISTA image C014 / 5041
COSMOS region in Sextans. Deep-field image obtained by the VISTA (Visible and Infrared Survey Telescope for Astronomy) telescope

Spiral galaxy NGC 6744, optical image C014 / 5040
Spiral galaxy NGC 6744, optical image. This large spiral galaxy is similar to the Milky Way. It is located around 30 million light years from Earth, in the constellation of Pavo

Meathook Galaxy (NGC 2442) C014 / 5033
Meathook Galaxy (NGC 2442), optical and infrared image. This is a wide-field view, which shows a much broader view than would be obtained with the Hubble Space Telescope

Hot dust-obscured galaxies, WISE image
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Dark energy and gravity, artwork C016 / 3069
Dark energy and gravity. Astronomers think that the expansion of the universe is regulated both by the force of gravity, which acts to slow it down, and a mysterious dark energy

In awe of the Universe, conceptual image

Parallel universes, conceptual artwork C013 / 9855
Parallel universes, conceptual computer artwork

Brain

HST view of gravitational lens 0024+1654
Gravitational lens. Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image showing the phenomenon of gravitational lensing. At centre is a cluster of galaxies (yellow) called 0024+1654 about 5 billion light years away

Galaxy cluster Abell 1060. Infrared composite image of the galaxy cluster Abell 1060, also called the Hydra cluster. More than 100 galaxies are clustered toward the southern constellation Hydra

Mice colliding galaxies
The Mice colliding galaxies, optical image taken by the Hubble Space Telescopes new Advanced Camera for Surveys (ACS) on April 7th 2002

Colliding galaxies Arp 148, HST image
Colliding galaxies Arp 148, Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image. Also known as Mayalls Object, this structure is the result of a collision between two galaxies

Artwork of various galaxies showing red shift
Red shift. Illustration of galaxies distributed in Space, with the furthest galaxies red due to " red shift". This effect was discovered by amateur as- tronomer William Huggins in 1868

M51 Whirlpool Galaxy
Whirlpool Galaxy. Optical image of the Whirlpool Galaxy (M51, NGC 5194) and its companion galaxy NGC 5195 (above M51). M51 is a spiral galaxy whose arms contain hot, young stars (blue)

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"Exploring the Vastness of Galaxies: From Hubble Ultra Deep Field to Interacting Galaxies" The Hubble Ultra Deep Field galaxies reveal a mesmerizing tapestry of cosmic wonders, showcasing the diverse and distant inhabitants of our universe. Behold the Messier objects in their full set, a celestial treasure trove that has captivated astronomers for centuries with its stunning beauty and intricate details. Delving into the origins of our universe, the Cosmic Microwave Background provides us with an ancient snapshot, offering clues about its birth and evolution. Witness the breathtaking Antennae colliding galaxies captured by Hubble's lens, where galactic dance unfolds amidst interstellar chaos, creating awe-inspiring cosmic collisions. Embark on a journey through time as you explore the Universe timeline depicted in captivating artwork, unveiling key milestones in its vast history. A Cosmic Magnifying Glass allows us to peer deeper into space, revealing hidden secrets and magnifying distant galaxies that would otherwise remain unseen. Through a conceptual image titled "Observing the Universe, " we are reminded of humanity's insatiable curiosity as we strive to unravel mysteries beyond our earthly realm. Marvel at HST's deep view of several very distant galaxies; each speck represents countless stars and worlds waiting to be discovered within their far-flung corners of existence. Immerse yourself in an artistic representation of Torus universe—a mind-bending concept suggesting alternate dimensions coexisting alongside ours—challenging our perception of reality itself. Gaze upon Arp 147's interacting galaxies immortalized by Hubble's lens—an entangled celestial ballet where gravity shapes destiny and gives birth to new stellar formations. Pay homage to Edwin Hubble—the visionary US astronomer who revolutionized our understanding of galaxies—and whose legacy continues to inspire generations exploring outer space today.