VST Traces History of Unusual Elliptical Galaxy

A giant elliptical galaxy called NGC 3640 has engulfed several smaller galaxies in the past, according to an analysis of data from ESO’s VLT Survey Telescope (VST) at Paranal Observatory in Chile. The post VST Traces History of Unusual Elliptical Galaxy appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

Feb 18, 2025 - 11:00
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VST Traces History of Unusual Elliptical Galaxy
This VST image shows two elliptical galaxies: NGC 3640 and NGC 3641. Image credit: ESO / INAF / Mirabile et al. / Ragusa et al.

A giant elliptical galaxy called NGC 3640 has engulfed several smaller galaxies in the past, according to an analysis of data from ESO’s VLT Survey Telescope (VST) at Paranal Observatory in Chile.

The post VST Traces History of Unusual Elliptical Galaxy appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

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