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[global-education]

The Largest Galaxy in the Universe Will Shock You

When we gaze up at the night sky, we often contemplate the countless stars and galaxies that adorn the cosmic canvas. Each one has its own unique story and characteristics, but today, we are about to embark on a journey to explore a galaxy that truly stands out from the rest. Brace yourselves as we delve into the astonishing world of "The Largest Galaxy in the Universe."

Galaxy Basics

Before we dive into the specifics of the largest galaxy, let's get acquainted with some fundamental concepts. A galaxy is a vast collection of stars, dust, gas, and dark matter held together by gravity. They come in various shapes and sizes, with our Milky Way being just one of billions in the universe.

Galaxy Classifications

Galaxies are categorized into several types based on their shapes. The most common classifications are spiral galaxies, elliptical galaxies, and irregular galaxies. Each type has its own unique characteristics.

Meet IC 1101

Now, let's turn our attention to the star of the show: IC 1101. This gargantuan galaxy is often touted as the largest galaxy in the observable universe. Located approximately 1 billion light-years away in the Virgo Cluster, IC 1101 is a giant elliptical galaxy that dwarfs all others.

Mind-Boggling Dimensions

To truly appreciate the scale of IC 1101, we need to wrap our heads around its mind-boggling dimensions. This cosmic titan spans an incredible 5.5 million light-years from end to end. To put it in perspective, our Milky Way galaxy is just around 100,000 light-years in diameter. IC 1101 is like the cosmic skyscraper of galaxies.

Chapter 5: Stellar Population

IC 1101 boasts a staggering number of stars. Estimates put its stellar population at around 100 trillion stars. To give you a sense of scale, the Milky Way contains about 100-400 billion stars. IC 1101's starry abundance is truly astonishing.

Supermassive Black Hole

At the heart of IC 1101 lies an enormous supermassive black hole. This colossal cosmic abyss has a mass estimated to be around 40 billion times that of our Sun. It's one of the most massive black holes ever discovered, adding to the mystique of this already awe-inspiring galaxy.

Formation and Evolution

The formation and evolution of IC 1101 have puzzled astronomers for years. It's believed that it grew to its colossal size through numerous mergers with other galaxies over billions of years. These galactic collisions and acquisitions contributed to its vast expanse and dense stellar population.

The Virgo Cluster

IC 1101 is not alone in the cosmos; it resides within the Virgo Cluster, a collection of thousands of galaxies. This cluster is like a bustling cosmic city, and IC 1101 is its shining star.

Beyond IC 1101

While IC 1101 may be the largest galaxy we've discovered so far, the universe is a vast and mysterious place. There could be even more massive galaxies out there waiting to be uncovered by future generations of astronomers.

The Mysteries of the Universe

The exploration of galaxies like IC 1101 reminds us of the incredible mysteries that the universe holds. It encourages us to continue our quest for knowledge, to keep looking up, and to marvel at the wonders of the cosmos.

Conclusion

As we conclude our journey into the realm of "The Largest Galaxy in the Universe," we are left with a sense of wonder and awe. IC 1101, with its mind-boggling size and secrets, serves as a reminder that the universe is full of surprises and that there is much more to discover beyond our home planet. So, the next time you look up at the night sky, remember that there are galaxies out there that can truly shock you with their grandeur.

[whysperingwoods]

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Hopefully this resonates with you!

[universophysik-blog]

Our universal address. #spaces_science #space #moon #sun #physics #physicist #milkyway #galaxy #Virgocluster #laniakeasupercluster #orionarm #Sun #earth #8kpc https://www.instagram.com/spaces_science/p/ByY7kGiApYK/?igshid=1bg8zttt7q6r1

[evil-me-obesessions]

An eternity in a glance. This image contains numerous galaxies within Virgo and Coma Berenices. The more notable portion is the stretch of galaxies that looks ljke it is on a chain, known as the Markarian’s chain, although a few galaxies, nominally M84 and M86 are missing. I have elected to frame Makarian’s Chain with M88 and M87, with M88’s spiral structure somewhat visible and M87 being a supergiant elliptical galaxy that is one of the most massive galaxies in our local universe and is located near the center of the Virgo Cluster. M88 is a spiral galaxy that belongs to the Virgo Cluster as well and may be on a highly elliptical orbit towards the cluster’s center which is occupied by M87. #makarianschain #m88 #m87 #virgocluster #virgosupercluster #astrophotos #galaxyseason #galaxies #astrophotography #starscape #銀河 (at Srikandi Resort) https://www.instagram.com/p/BvBUO41lLls/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=7i9cop0373o1

[adrianusv61]

Bewegingen van 1400 sterrenstelsels incl. Melkweg getraceerd in de lokale supercluster

Credit: R. Brent Tully

Sterrenkundigen zijn er in geslaagd om van 1400 sterrenstelsels binnen een straal van 100 miljoen lichtjaar de bewegingen in kaart te brengen, die ze de afgelopen dertien miljard jaar hebben afgelegd. Tot de sterrenstelsels behoren ook de leden van de zogeheten Lokale Groep, waarvan de Melkweg en het Andromedastelsel (M31) de grootste stelsels zijn. De kaart hierboven toont…

[antariksha11]

Markarian s Chain to #Messier 64 via #NASA #APOD #Astronomy Picture Of the Day. http://buff.ly/2s2djGZ ⠀ ⠀ Top to bottom, this colorful and broad telescopic mosaic links Markarian's Chain of galaxies across the core of the #VirgoCluster to dusty #Spiral #Galaxy Messier 64. Galaxies are scattered through the field of view that spans some 20 full moons across a gorgeous #nightsky. The cosmic frame is also filled with foreground stars from constellations Virgo and the well-groomed #ComaBerenices, and faint, dusty #nebulae drifting above the plane of the #MilkyWay. Look carefully for Markarian's eyes. The famous pair of interacting galaxies is near the top, not far from #M87, the Virgo cluster's giant elliptical galaxy. At the bottom, you can stare down Messier 64, also known as the Black Eye Galaxy. The Virgo Cluster is the closest large galaxy cluster to our own local galaxy group. #VirgoCluster galaxies are about 50 million light-years distant, but #M64 lies a mere 17 million light-years away.

[deliriousdaddy]

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[astroblogs]

ALMA bevestigt onderzoek wat laat zien wat sterrenstelsels van hun gasvoorraad berooft

ALMA bevestigt onderzoek wat laat zien wat sterrenstelsels van hun gasvoorraad berooft

Moleculaire gas in de Virgocluster, waargenomen met ALMA in het kader van VERTICO. Credit: ALMA (ESO/NAOJ/NRAO)/S. Dagnello (NRAO)/Böhringer et al. (ROSAT All-Sky Survey) Het klinkt als een kosmische whodunit: wat is het precies dat sterrenstelsels berooft van hun kostbare koude gasvoorraad, hun brandstof voor stervorming dat hen in leven houdt? Onderzoek met de Atacama Large…

[natskies1]

Markarian's Chain of Galaxies Across the heart of the Virgo Cluster of Galaxies lies a striking string of galaxies known as Markarian's Chain. The chain, pictured here, is highlighted on the right with two large but featureless lenticular galaxies, M84 and M86. Prominent to their lower left is a pair of interacting galaxies known as The Eyes. The home Virgo Cluster is the nearest cluster of galaxies, contains over 2000 galaxies, and has a noticeable gravitational pull on the galaxies of the Local Group of Galaxies surrounding our Milky Way Galaxy. The center of the Virgo Cluster is located about 70 million light years away toward the constellation of Virgo. At least seven galaxies in the chain appear to move coherently, although others appear to be superposed by chance. Image Credit & Copyright: Sergio Kaminsky #natskies #observatory #picoftheday #photooftheday #apod #MarkariansChainofGalaxies #lenticulargalaxies #M84 #M86  #VirgoCluster #SergioKaminsky #astronomy #astrophotography #cosmos #space #trending #latestpost

[purplemind2463]

Umgebung der Virgo-Superhaufens, Leerstellen sind deutlich zu erkennen. Das lokale Filament besteht aus dem Virgocluster (mit der Milchstraße und der Andromedagalaxie darin), der zusammen mit dem Comahaufen und dem Leocluster eine spinnwebartige Struktur bilden. Manchmal wird auch noch die Große Mauer dazugerechnet.

Quelle: http://www.atlasoftheuniverse.com/

[christec]

Ondes gravitationnelles : une fusion d’étoiles à neutrons détectée par 70 instruments terrestres et spatiaux ! #ChrisTec #VirgoCluster #Paris #FordGalaxie Après un premier doublé historique, Ligo et Virgo ont de nouveau détecté un phénomène astronomique rare : une fusion d’étoiles à neutrons (des étoiles ultra-massives de seulement quelques dizaines de kilomètres de diamètre) . Mais les deux sites d’observation des « ondes gravitationnelles » n’ont cette fois pas été les …Lire la suiteAimez KultureGeek sur Facebook, et suivez-nous sur Twitter #VirgoCluster #Paris #FordGalaxie

[iamvirgostarlight]

#VirgoStarlight #VirgoCluster #GoddessofVirgo (at New Orleans, Louisiana)

[kikitosaurio]

I thought it was time for a selfie. #nofilter #gaytoronto #gaymer #human #planetearth #milkyway #virgocluster #universe #thisisobviouslyajoke

[beyond-the-exosphere]

The Virgo Cluster

Approximately 50 million light years away, the Virgo Cluster contains over 2,000 galaxies. It is nearest large cluster to earth. 

It contains the elliptical galaxy M87which has an estimated mass of 2.4 trillion suns, making it the largest galaxy in our region of the universe. 

picture from: http://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap110422.html

[adrianusv61]

ALMA bevestigt onderzoek wat laat zien wat sterrenstelsels van hun gasvoorraad berooft

ALMA bevestigt onderzoek wat laat zien wat sterrenstelsels van hun gasvoorraad berooft

Moleculaire gas in de Virgocluster, waargenomen met ALMA in het kader van VERTICO. Credit: ALMA (ESO/NAOJ/NRAO)/S. Dagnello (NRAO)/Böhringer et al. (ROSAT All-Sky Survey) Het klinkt als een kosmische whodunit: wat is het precies dat sterrenstelsels berooft van hun kostbare koude gasvoorraad, hun brandstof voor stervorming dat hen in leven houdt? Onderzoek met de Atacama Large…

[astroblogs]

Hubble heeft de schoonheid van balkspiraalstelsel NGC 2903 vastgelegd

Hubble heeft de schoonheid van balkspiraalstelsel NGC 2903 vastgelegd

NGC 2903 is een balkspiraalstelsel in het sterrenbeeld Leeuw, gelegen op een afstand van 30 miljoen lichtjaar – voor sterrenkundigen is dat in de buurt. Het maakt deel uit van de grote Virgocluster van sterrenstelsels. Het stelsel werd op 16 november 1784 ontdekt door de Duits-Britse astronoom William Herschel. Met de Hubble ruimtetelescoop is het centrale deel van NGC 2903 gefotografeerd en het…