Webb Reveals Hidden Heart of Centaurus A

Webb Reveals Hidden Heart of Centaurus A

Celebrating four years of science, the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope has pierced the thick dust of the giant galaxy Centaurus A to reveal its active core, intricate dust lanes and millions of stars that illuminate the aftermath of an ancient galactic collision. The post Webb Reveals Hidden Heart of Centaurus A appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

Webb Telescope's Fourth Year Exposes Hidden Turmoil in Centaurus A Galaxy

Four years after the James Webb Space Telescope began full science operations, NASA has released images that strip away centuries of mystery from one of the sky’s most studied objects. The views of Centaurus A show a galaxy scarred by cosmic violence. Dust lanes twist in unexpected patterns. Stars appear by the millions where earlier telescopes saw only haze. Located 11 million light-years from Earth, Centaurus A stands out among nearby galaxies…