Hubble captured the jellyfish galaxy that caught the attention of scientists. After doing more in-depth research, it turns out that the jellyfish galaxy that the Hubble telescope managed to capture is called JO201. Launch sci.news, this galaxy in outer space is also known as LEDA 93189, LEDA 2456, and Ka 364.
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Hubble Telescope Captures the Jellyfish Galaxy
It’s not without reason why scientists call JO201 a jellyfish galaxy. This is because the JO201 galaxy does have a large main body. From the size and shape of the body alone can remind us of jellyfish.
In addition, the galaxy also has tendrils or tassels. The tendrils are seen floating on the back. This further emphasizes his appearance which is like a sea creature.
This galaxy was detected in the constellation Cetus. So far, scientists have known him as a sea monster when looking at ancient Greek mythology. This is a special attraction for the JO201 galaxy.
It’s no longer a secret that the galaxies in the universe are very diverse. Each of these galaxies has its own characteristics that make it different from other galaxies.
These characteristics can be in the form of shape, size, mass, and much more. Likewise with the JO201 galaxy which looks different and unique because it has the appearance of a jellyfish.
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Utilization of Advanced Instruments
Hubble can observe the existence of jellyfish galaxies thanks to the technology of the Wide Field Camera 3. The instrument observes ultraviolet and optical wavelengths.
With this instrument, Hubble can know important things about galaxies, their gas, dust and tendrils. Scientists are also assisted in investigating the masses, sizes, and ages of clumps.
The Process of the Formation of the Galaxy JO201
Each galaxy has its own process of formation. The time required in the formation process is also not the same. This also applies to the galaxy JO201. This jellyfish galaxy was formed due to the effect ram-pressure stripping.
The effect makes the gravity of other objects detected in the vicinity act like wind. This condition creates the transfer of dust to gas from the galaxy.
Then release the material to a number of areas. Because there is not enough dust and gas, the process of star formation is hampered.
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The process takes longer to form stars. Even these unusual conditions can also cause the galaxy to die.
Talking about the new findings this time, it turns out that scientists have not only managed to detect the presence of the JO201 galaxy, but also other objects. The object in question is another jellyfish galaxy.
Unmitigated, it was recorded that there were 5 detected jellyfish galaxies. In this study, scientists detected more than 3,700 clots in the disc. Then there are also 1200 blobs in the extraplanar area.
It doesn’t stop there, when you look at the tail of the galaxy, you can find more than 1,200 blobs. Apart from that, Hubble’s success in capturing the jellyfish galaxy can help scientists study outer space. (R10/HR-Online)
This post was last modified on Maret 7, 2023 9:07 PM
