NASA's Hubble Space Telescope captures a dwarf galaxy in Coma Berenices undergoing ram pressure stripping with high star formation.
NASA shares image of a dwarf galaxy in the Coma Berenices constellation, 54 million light-years away, undergoing a highly energetic event. The galaxy, in the process of ram pressure stripping, is experiencing unusually high levels of star formation. NASA's Hubble Space Telescope captured the image, showcasing the galaxy's center being covered in dust, while the outer disk and halo swirl around.
February 23, 2024
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