Galaxy NGC1569 (IMAGE)

University of Arizona

Galaxy NGC1569

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These two images show the starburst galaxy NGC 1569, which is forming stars at a rate that is 100 times faster than what is typically observed in the Milky Way. LUCIFER's sensitive infrared vision reveals glowing red clouds of dust enshrouding newly formed stars.

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(Photo by Anna Pasquali)

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