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Whirlpool Galaxy M51 highlighted as cosmic collision

Original: 📌 La galaxie du Tourbillon (M51) La Galaxie du Tourbillon se trouve à environ 23,6 millions d’années-lumière de nous. Sa

Astronomy enthusiasts are discussing the Whirlpool Galaxy, M51, located about 23.6 million light-years from Earth. The galaxy's most striking feature is that it is in fact the result of a collision between two full-fledged galaxies, which explains its distinctive spiral shape and interaction with its smaller companion. The topic is drawing attention from space fans sharing facts and images of the object.

Why now: Striking facts and images about the Whirlpool Galaxy are being shared and discussed among space enthusiasts.

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• 📌 La galaxie du Tourbillon (M51) La Galaxie du Tourbillon se trouve à environ 23,6 millions d’années-lumière de nous. Sa caractéristique la plus étonnante est le fait qu’il s’agisse en réalité de la collision de deux galaxies à part entière ! 👉 Qu’en penses-tu ? # space #… · Blazar@epsilon.social · 4

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