3D Visualization of Arp 142: Interacting Galaxies in Hydra | Hubble

3D Visualization of Arp 142: Interacting Galaxies in Hydra | Hubble

This video shows a 3D visualization of merging galaxy duo Arp 142. It is made up of two interacting galaxies—spiral galaxy NGC 2936 and elliptical galaxy NGC 2937. These galaxies are located about 300 million light years away. In a billion years or so, the two galaxies will likely merge into one larger one. 

Video Credit: NASA, European Space Agency (ESA), and G. Bacon, L. Frattare, Z. Levay, and F. Summers (Viz 3D Team, STScI)

Duration: 24 seconds

Release Date: Feb. 17, 2016

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