James Webb Spots Milky Way-Like Galaxy in Deep Space

James Webb Spots Milky Way-Like Galaxy in Deep Space
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Despite Hubble’s longevity of over three decades, it can still prove at any given time that it can do its job pretty well. One good proof is the imaging of the EGS 23205 barred spiral galaxy. For those unaware, a barred spiral galaxy is a type of spiral galaxy that has a bar-shaped structure made up of stars, gas, and dust running through its center. The bar is usually perpendicular to the galaxy’s spiral arms and can extend from the center all the way out to the edge of the galaxy.

The next-gen James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has also taken a good look at the EGS 23205 galaxy using its advanced gear, according to Gizmodo.

James Webb takes the lead

With no disrespect intended for the good old Hubble, the image caught by Webb is much clearer thanks to the next-gen telescope’s infrared capabilities.

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There are several reasons why it is better to observe cosmic objects in infrared light. One of them is that infrared light has longer wavelengths than visible light, which means it can pass through dust and gas more easily. This is important because many cosmic objects, such as nebulae and galaxies, are obscured by dust and gas, making them difficult to see in visible light.

Infrared light is also emitted by warm objects, such as stars and planets. By observing objects in infrared, astronomers can learn more about the temperatures and physical properties of these objects.

Spiral galaxies are a common type of galaxy in the universe and are characterized by their spiral arms, which are made up of clusters of stars, gas, and dust. These arms are thought to be caused by the galaxy’s rotation, which causes the material to move outwards and form a swirling pattern.

Barred spiral galaxies, on the other hand, make up about two-thirds of all spiral galaxies.


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Even since he was a child, Cristian was staring curiously at the stars, wondering about the Universe and our place in it. Today he's seeing his dream come true by writing about the latest news in astronomy. Cristian is also glad to be covering health and other science topics, having significant experience in writing about such fields.

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