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✨ NGC 3358 - Dancing Galaxies in Hydra ✨
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Behold the cosmic dance of NGC 3358 and its celestial companions, a spectacular pair of interacting galaxies in the constellation Hydra. These distant galaxies, shaped by gravitational forces, offer a glimpse into the complex choreography of galactic evolution.
🔭 Target: NGC 3358 (Interacting Galaxy Pair)
📍 Location: Constellation Hydra, approximately 100 million light-years away
🌟 Apparent Magnitude: ~11.5
📐 Apparent Size: ~3 arcminutes
About the Region:
The larger spiral galaxy displays beautifully warped arms, a sign of tidal interactions caused by its smaller companion. These interactions trigger star formation, evident in the glowing regions of blue and pink scattered throughout the galaxies. The surrounding star field adds depth, showcasing the universe’s vastness.
🎨 Processing Details:
This image captures the subtle details of galactic interaction, from the faint tidal tails to the intricate structure of the spiral arms. The processing enhances the contrast between the galaxies and the rich background of stars.
Lights: 18x300" Red, 18x300" Blu, 18x300" Green, 18x300" Luminance
Instruments: Telescope Planewave CDK24, Camera QHY 600M, Filters Astrodon
Date: 16/04/2023
#NGC3358 #InteractingGalaxies #HydraConstellation #Astrophotography #DeepSkyImaging
11122024-NGC3358
✨ NGC 3358 - Dancing Galaxies in Hydra ✨
follow - share - credit
www.instagram.com/ale_motta_astrofotografia
Behold the cosmic dance of NGC 3358 and its celestial companions, a spectacular pair of interacting galaxies in the constellation Hydra. These distant galaxies, shaped by gravitational forces, offer a glimpse into the complex choreography of galactic evolution.
🔭 Target: NGC 3358 (Interacting Galaxy Pair)
📍 Location: Constellation Hydra, approximately 100 million light-years away
🌟 Apparent Magnitude: ~11.5
📐 Apparent Size: ~3 arcminutes
About the Region:
The larger spiral galaxy displays beautifully warped arms, a sign of tidal interactions caused by its smaller companion. These interactions trigger star formation, evident in the glowing regions of blue and pink scattered throughout the galaxies. The surrounding star field adds depth, showcasing the universe’s vastness.
🎨 Processing Details:
This image captures the subtle details of galactic interaction, from the faint tidal tails to the intricate structure of the spiral arms. The processing enhances the contrast between the galaxies and the rich background of stars.
Lights: 18x300" Red, 18x300" Blu, 18x300" Green, 18x300" Luminance
Instruments: Telescope Planewave CDK24, Camera QHY 600M, Filters Astrodon
Date: 16/04/2023
#NGC3358 #InteractingGalaxies #HydraConstellation #Astrophotography #DeepSkyImaging