Composite image of Markarian 817 with COS spectrum
Rings of brilliant blue stars encircle the bright, active core of this spiral galaxy, whose monster black hole is blasting material into space at over 14 million kilometres per hour. Viewed nearly face-on, the galaxy, called Markarian 817, shows intense star-forming regions and dark bands of interstellar dust along its spiral arms.
Credit:
NASA, ESA and the Hubble SM4 ERO Team
Search:
View Image Gallery
Find out what Australian scientists have planned as our future aerospace activities.
More
View Image Gallery
The Australian Space Agency has numerous amateur activities and associations that are open for community involvement. Join other enthusiasts and share the excitement of Space.
More