M51 in 60 Seconds
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Channel: Chandra X-ray Observatory · 2008 · Science & Technology
Hubble's image of M51, also known as the Whirlpool Galaxy, shows the majestic spiral arms that are actually long lanes of stars and gas laced with dust. The infrared image from Spitzer also reveals stars and the glow from clouds of interstellar dust.
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