Stunning image of the spiral galaxy NGC 1097 in the Fornax constellation. Its vibrant blue arms, punctuated by pink star-forming regions, are beautifully contrasted against the black backdrop of space. Faint jets extend from the galaxy's core, possibly remnants of a galactic merger. A smaller companion galaxy is visible nearby.
Astronomy Picture from 14/11/2013
The Jets of NGC 1097
Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap131114.html
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