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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 days ago

We Had a Name for Galaxies' before We Knew They Existed

Astronomical jargon often uses counterintuitive terms like "metal" for all elements heavier than helium, and some obsolete classifications remain in use.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Astronomy photographer of the year 2025 winners and finalists

Multiple stunning astronomical images capture galactic interactions, comets, lunar craters, panoramas, meteor activity, and nebulae, produced through extensive observation and long exposures worldwide.
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