Greetings Card : Oort cloud as seen from the Alpha Centuri system
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Oort cloud as seen from the Alpha Centuri system
Artists impression of the Sun (left) and Oort cloud (ring of small blue objects) as seen from the Alpha Centauri triple star system. The Oort cloud is a spherical halo of comets which is thought to lie at the edge of the solar system, about 1.5 light years from the Sun. The gravitational effect of nearby stars, such as those of the Alpha Centauri system, pulls comets out of the cloud and into orbits which eventually take them close to the Sun. The three Alpha Centauri stars are: Alpha Centauri A, far right; B, bottom right; & Proxima Centauri, red star above centre). Proxima Centauri is a red dwarf flare star which is seen here undergoing a flare
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Explore the mysteries of the universe with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of Greeting Cards. This design features an artist's impression of the Oort cloud as seen from the Alpha Centauri system, captured by Science Photo Library. Send a message of awe and wonder to your loved ones with this celestial masterpiece gracing the front cover. Perfect for astronomy enthusiasts or anyone with a curious mind, these cards are sure to inspire and delight. Add a personal touch with your message inside and make every occasion a cosmic event.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This breathtaking print captures the mesmerizing beauty of the Oort cloud as seen from the Alpha Centauri system. In this artist's impression, we witness a stunning celestial dance between our Sun and a ring of small blue objects that form the Oort cloud. Located at the outermost edge of our solar system, approximately 1.5 light years away from us, this spherical halo is composed of countless comets. The gravitational influence exerted by nearby stars, such as those belonging to the Alpha Centauri triple star system, plays a crucial role in shaping the destiny of these comets. As depicted in this image, their gravitational pull lures some comets out of their distant abode within the Oort cloud and propels them into orbits that eventually bring them closer to our Sun. In addition to showcasing this cosmic ballet between stars and comets, we are also treated to a glimpse of Proxima Centauri - a red dwarf flare star located above center stage. This particular moment captures Proxima Centauri undergoing one its characteristic flares, illuminating the scene with bursts of vibrant energy. Through this artwork provided by Science Photo Library, we are reminded not only of humanity's insatiable curiosity about our universe but also how interconnected celestial bodies can shape and influence each other across vast distances.
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