Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Einstein Ring Surrounds Nearby Galaxy Center

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 26, 2025 is “Einstein Ring Surrounds Nearby Galaxy Center,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: ESA , NASA , Euclid Consortium ; Processing: J.-C. Cuillandre , G. Anselmi, T. Li). The original explanation runs about 137 words.

A cluster of galaxies is shown with many galaxies around the cluster center. A close look at this center shows that it is encompassed by a narrow ring of light. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: ESA , NASA , Euclid Consortium ; Processing: J.-C. Cuillandre , G. Anselmi, T. Li Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Do you see the ring? If you look very closely at the center of the featured galaxy NGC 6505 , a ring becomes evident.”

— APOD editors, February 26, 2025

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
February 26, 2025
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: ESA , NASA , Euclid Consortium ; Processing: J.-C. Cuillandre , G. Anselmi, T. Li
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 137 words

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