A full-sky image from ESA's Planck satellite reveals the Milky Way's magnetic field structure. Curvy lines depict the magnetic field, with dark red indicating the galactic plane. Arches above the plane are likely remnants of past explosions. The image highlights the role of magnetic fields in shaping the interstellar medium and influencing star formation.

Astronomy Picture from 17/06/2020

Magnetic Streamlines of the Milky Way

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap200617.html


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