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Optical photo of globular cluster Omega Centauri
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Optical photo of globular cluster Omega Centauri
Omega Centauri globular star cluster. True-colour optical image of the globular star cluster Omega Centauri (NGC 5139). This is one of the largest and brightest globular clusters in our galaxy. It lies around 16, 500 light years away in the constellation Centaurus. It is thought to be around 620 light years in diameter, and contains over a million stars. Globular clusters tend to be very old, and at 10, 000 million years old, this is one of the oldest known. Omega Centauri is one of the many globular clusters which form a spherical halo around our galaxy. This image was produced by digitally combining photographs taken by the UK Schmidt Telescope in blue and red light
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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of the Omega Centauri globular star cluster, captured through a true-colour optical lens. Located approximately 16,500 light years away in the constellation Centaurus, this celestial wonder is undoubtedly one of the largest and brightest globular clusters within our galaxy. With an estimated diameter of around 620 light years, it houses an astonishing number of over a million stars. Renowned for their age and wisdom, globular clusters like Omega Centauri have stood the test of time. At a staggering 10 billion years old, this particular cluster holds the title as one of the oldest known entities in existence. Its spherical halo gracefully encircles our galaxy alongside numerous other globular clusters. The image itself is a testament to human ingenuity and technological advancement. Meticulously crafted by digitally combining photographs taken by the UK Schmidt Telescope using both blue and red light filters, it offers us an unparalleled glimpse into this cosmic marvel. As we gaze upon this awe-inspiring photograph from Science Photo Library, we are reminded once again of how vast and wondrous our universe truly is. It serves as a humbling reminder that amidst its grandeur lies countless mysteries waiting to be unraveled by those who dare to explore beyond our earthly confines.
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