NASA is now letting Astro-enthusiasts check about a comic wonder of “What did Hubble see on your birthday?” Hubble Telescope is basically a telescope that glares at the stars. They do it with their wide lens wide open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Each day of the year would surely look at […]
Introduction The Sunflower Galaxy, formally known as Messier 63 or M63, presents a captivating subject for astrophysical inquiry, not merely because of its aesthetic resemblance to the terrestrial sunflower, but owing to its intrinsic characteristics and the insights it provides into the cosmic landscape. This spiral galaxy, located in the constellation Canes Venatici, represents a […]
The Tadpole Galaxy, also cataloged as UGC 10214 and Arp 188, is a captivating subject within the celestial sphere that intrigues both the astrophysical community and stargazing enthusiasts. This barred spiral galaxy, found in the constellation Draco, is a spectacle of disruption and creation, offering insights into the processes that govern cosmic evolution. It is […]
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has brought us an exciting week with its release of stunning photos of our Universe that reflects the old cosmic times. One of the images allows us to glimpse faint distant galaxies as they appeared over 13 billion years ago. How Old is Our Planet Earth? Today, cosmologists have […]
Nestled within the vast canvas of the cosmos, the Triangulum Galaxy, also known as Messier 33 or NGC 598, emerges as a spiraling masterpiece of stellar creation, cosmic history, and gravitational interaction. After the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) and the Milky Way, the M33 is the third-largest galaxy in our Local Group. Both professional scientists and […]
Introduction Among the countless celestial wonders that fascinate astronomers and sky gazers alike, the Pinwheel Galaxy officially known as Messier 101 (M101) stands as a spectacular example of a face-on spiral galaxy. Its symmetrical spiral arms and intricate dust lanes make it a favorite subject for amateur astronomers with telescopes and professionals using state-of-the-art observatories. […]
Introduction The Whirlpool Galaxy, formally known as Messier 51 (M51) or NGC 5194, stands as an iconic celestial marvel that has garnered significant attention from astronomers and enthusiasts alike. Located approximately 23 million light-years away from Earth in the constellation of Canes Venatici, the Whirlpool Galaxy offers more than just visual splendor; it serves as […]
The XRISM Mission (X-ray Imaging and Spectroscopy Mission, pronounced “crism”) satellite attempts to separate high-energy light into the equivalent of an X-ray rainbow. This mission is led by JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency), so it will accomplish this by utilizing the Resolve instrument. Here we will be discussing how XRISM is exploring some essential mysteries […]
James Webb Telescope identified three objects and named as “dark stars”. What are they? And how are they different from ordinary stars? Let’s dig into the deep details and uncover valuable information. Enigmatic Dark Stars- Exploring Celestial Bodies Over the last 15 years, researchers have dedicated their efforts to uncovering proof of a unique type […]
Have you ever heard of the word, “blazar”? Scientists call a black hole blazer when they are directly pointed toward the Earth. There are many powerful supermassive black holes in the universe. These black holes send out strong jets of high-energy particles, which shine very brightly in the vastness of space. This blog post is […]