NASA's Dazzling Shot Of "Sparkly Snow Globe" Galaxy Leaves Internet Mesmerised
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In the image, patches of red represent light emitted by excited hydrogen molecules in hot, energetic stars that have formed in recent starbursts. The other glittering lights on the show are a mix of older stars.
US space agency NASA regularly captures stunning images of our universe, leaving space lovers mesmerized. The Instagram handle of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is a treasure trove for those who love to watch educational videos and fascinating images showcasing Earth and space. Now, in its recent upload, the space agency shared a stunning image of galaxy UGC 8091 that resembles a "sparkly snow globe". This galaxy is located 7 million light-years away in the Virgo constellation and it adds a touch of cosmic festivity ahead of Christmas.
"Walking in a galactic wonderland! In the constellation Virgo about 7 million light-years from Earth, you'll find a billion stars in this dwarf galaxy. It's considered an irregular galaxy because of its unorderly shape which resembles a space version of a sparkly snow globe," NASA wrote on Instagram.
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