Stunning telescopic image showcasing the edge-on spiral galaxy NGC 4945 in the Centaurus constellation. NGC 4945, nearly the size of our Milky Way, is shown alongside the more distant elliptical galaxy NGC 4976. The image reveals a rich field of stars across a vast expanse of space.

Astronomy Picture from 09/01/2009

NGC 4945 in Centaurus

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap090109.html


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