NASA has released nine stunning images from its Chandra X-ray Observatory, combining data with the Hubble and James Webb space telescopes to reveal detailed views of black holes, star clusters, and distant galaxies. The images showcase the unique perspective of X-ray vision, which helps detect hot, energetic regions like supernova remnants and super-hot gas.
The new collection includes archives from 1999, when the Chandra telescope launched. Each image provides a distinct view of the universe through different parts of the electromagnetic spectrum. By combining data from these telescopes, researchers can study the cosmos in greater detail.
The images show various celestial objects, including star-forming regions, spiral galaxies, and super clusters of stars. Some notable features include:
– N79, a region of intense gas in the Large Magellanic Cloud
– NGC 2146, a spiral galaxy with X-ray-emitting phenomena like supernova remnants
– IC 348, another star-forming region with reflective interstellar wisps
These images provide a glimpse into the universe’s most energetic and dynamic regions. With their unique perspective on high-energy X-rays, these images are helping scientists better understand black holes and other celestial objects.
The release includes a video exploring the images in more detail and separate images of each object from Chandra, Hubble, and JWST.
Source: https://www.livescience.com/space/nasa-unveils-9-stunning-snapshots-of-the-cosmos-in-x-ray-vision-space-photo-of-the-week