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The Dark Energy Camera captures new image of one of the most prominent spiral galaxies in incredible detail
Messier 83, also known as the Southern Pinwheel Galaxy, M83, NGC 5236, LEDA 48082 and UGCA 366, is approximately 15 million light years away in the constellation borders of Hydra and Centaurus.
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You won’t believe this incredible galaxy image is real
A new photo of the Southern Pinwheel Galaxy — officially known as Messier 83 — might be the most impressive galactic image yet. The image was captured by DECam, the Dark Energy Camera that has ...
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A Cosmic Masterpiece: Capturing Messier 83
A new image released by NSF NOIRLab shows the spiral arms of Messier 83, revealing areas of star formation. Messier 83, often called the Southern Pinwheel Galaxy, is one of the most prominent ...