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The Swirling Arms of the M100 Galaxy

NASA/JPL-Caltech2012-08-15

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This infrared image, from NASA Spitzer Space Telescope, of M100 is a classic example of a grand design spiral galaxy, with prominent and well-defined spiral arms winding from the hot center, out to the cooler edges of the galaxy.

Details

  • Title: The Swirling Arms of the M100 Galaxy
  • Creator: NASA/JPL-Caltech
  • Date Created: 2012-08-15
  • Rights: JPL

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