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Whirlpool galaxy |
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Whirlpool galaxy [′wərl‚pül ‚gal·ik·sē] (astronomy) A spiral galaxy of type Sc (open spiral structure), seen face on, in the constellation Canes Venatici. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| It exploded in a spiral galaxy known as M-51, or the Whirlpool Galaxy. The curving spiral arms of the Whirlpool Galaxy, studded with bright pink star-forming regions, are revealed in unprecedented clarity. Intricate spurs and newborn stars are revealed in the spiral arms of the Whirlpool Galaxy, 35 million light-years away. |
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