The James Webb Space Telescope showcases the spiral galaxy M51's grandeur, revealing its intricate relationship with the neighboring galaxy NGC 5195. Through the FEAST study, Webb deepens our understanding of star formation and the intricate processes within galaxies beyond the Milky Way. The gra
The James Webb Space Telescope has captured a striking image of the grand-design spiral galaxy M51, showcasing its well-developed arms. Situated 27 million light-years away from Earth, M51 has a unique relationship with the nearby dwarf galaxy NGC 5195, which is believed to influence its distinctive spiral arms. Credit: ESA/Webb, NASA & CSA, A. Adamo and the FEAST JWST teamshowcases the spiral galaxy M51’s grandeur, revealing its intricate relationship with the neighboring galaxy NGC 5195.
Webb is opening a new window into the early stages of star formation and stellar light, as well as the energy reprocessing of gas and dust. Scientists are seeing star clusters emerging from their natal cloud in galaxies beyond our local group for the first time. They will also be able to measure how long it takes for these stars to pollute with newly formed metals and to clean out the gas .
By studying these processes, we will better understand how the star formation cycle and metal enrichment are regulated within galaxies as well as what are the time scales for planets and brown dwarfs to form. Once dust and gas are removed from the newly formed stars, there is no material left to form planets.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
SpaceX's Crew-6 astronauts splash down after 6-month stay on ISSRobert Pearlman is a space historian, journalist and the founder and editor of collectSPACE.com, an online publication and community devoted to space history with a particular focus on how and where space exploration intersects with pop culture. Pearlman is also a contributing writer for Space.com and co-author of 'Space Stations: The Art, Science, and Reality of Working in Space” published by Smithsonian Books in 2018. He previously developed online content for the National Space Society and Apollo 11 moonwalker Buzz Aldrin, helped establish the space tourism company Space Adventures and currently serves on the History Committee of the American Astronautical Society, the advisory committee for The Mars Generation and leadership board of For All Moonkind. In 2009, he was inducted into the U.S. Space Camp Hall of Fame in Huntsville, Alabama. In 2021, he was honored by the American Astronautical Society with the Ordway Award for Sustained Excellence in Spaceflight History.
Read more »
Our big fat Greek feast: Mezze dips, salad, moussaka and baklavaCelebrate the release of 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3' with a feast fit for the Portokalos family.
Read more »
Feast Your Eyes on a Selection of the Year’s Most Breathtaking Wildlife PhotosLondon’s Natural History Museum is showcasing the top wildlife shots from 50,000 entries, highlighting global biodiversity and conservation urgency.
Read more »
Felix & Paul Studios Take VR Users to Space With Full ‘Blue Marble’ Trilogy (EXCLUSIVE)Montreal-based studio Felix & Paul Studios wants to send VR users to space, embedding users in the heart of the International Space Station with the three-part immersive series “Space Explorers…
Read more »
Tasting Tucson: A side of cauliflower fries at FeastChef Doug Levy of Feats offers a simple and unique take on a popular dish that's a twist on the classic comfort food.
Read more »