Spiral Arms Collection (#3)

The southwest spiral arm of Messier 31

NGC 1097, a barred spiral galaxy in the constellation Fornax

Spiral galaxy NGC 6946, also known as the Fireworks Galaxy

The Whirlpool Galaxy (NGC 5194), and its companion galaxy (NGC 5195), in the constellation Canes Venatici

Spiral Galaxy NGC 3521 in the constellation Leo
Located in the constellation of Leo, extensive debris shells from the accretion of one or more long gone satellite galaxies encompass spiral galaxy NGC 3521 like a vast, cosmic bubble

Spiral galaxy Messier 101

The Triangulum Galaxy, also known as Messier 33

Bridge on a distant planet near the Triangulum Galaxy

NGC 4911, a spiral galaxy located within the Coma Cluster of galaxies
NGC 4911, a spiral galaxy located deep within the Coma Cluster of galaxies in the northern constellation Coma Berenices

Spiral galaxy Messier 81
The spiral galaxy known as Messier 81, or M81. M81 is a grand design spiral galaxy, which means its elegant arms curl all the way down into its center

Digitally generated image of a black hole

A view of our own Milky Way Galaxy and its central bar as it might appear if viewed
Milky Way Bar - This artists rendering shows a view of our own Milky Way Galaxy and its central bar as it might appear if viewed from above

Messier 51, the Whirlpool Galaxy

Close-up of the Southern Pinwheel Galaxy
The Southern Pinwheel Galaxy, or Messier 83, in the constellation Hydra. M83 is a nearby face-on barred spiral with a classic grand design form

Close-up of the southwest spiral arm of Messier 31. This image captured with a telescope and a scientific CCD camera

NGC 7331, Spiral Galaxy in Pegasus

Spiral Galaxy M81

The collision of the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies seen from the Earth
3 or 4 billion years from now, the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies will collide. This artists concept depicts the collision of the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies as seeb from the Earth

NGC 6503, spiral galaxy in the constellation Draco

Galactic night scene on a distant planet

Edwin Hubbleas Galaxy Classification System
Artists concept of Edwin Hubbles galaxy classification system, created to classify galaxies depending on their appearance, This system is sometimes called Hubbles Tuning Fork

Spiral Galaxy NGC 5584. Amongst the myriad stars in spiral galaxy NGC 5584 are pulsating stars called Cepheid variables and one recent Type Ia supernova, a special class of exploding stars

NGC 4921, a barred spiral galaxy in the Coma Cluster, located in the constellation Coma Berenices

Infrared mosaic of the Heart and Soul nebulae in the constellation Cassiopeia. Located about 6, 000 light-years from Earth

Barred spiral galaxy NGC 1672 in the constellation Dorado

Andromeda Galaxy Mosaic
M31 Andromeda Galaxy Mosaic. This mosaic covers 1/3 of the star forming disk of the Andromeda Galaxy and fully resolves 117 million stars within M31

NGC 7479, barred spiral galaxy in the constellation Pegasus

NGC 5033, a spiral galaxy situated in the constellation of Canes Venatici, about 37 million light years from Earth. Twin super massive black holes, located in its central region

The Pinwheel Galaxy, also known as NGC 5457
Located 27 million light years from Earth, NGC 5457 (The Great Northern Pinwheel) is a huge spiral galaxy that stretches over 170 light years across and is seen in the direction of Ursa Major

Some galaxies have powerfully active cores that emit jets of energy

M51, also known as NGC 5194, is having a close encounter with a nearby companion galaxy, NGC 5195, just off the upper edge of this image

The Triangulum Galaxy (Messier 33) in the constellation Triangulum

Artists concept of a face-on view of our galaxy, the Milky Way

Barred Spiral Galaxy NGC 1300

Face-on spiral galaxy NGC 3982
This face-on spiral galaxy, called NGC 3982, is striking for its rich tapestry of star birth, along with its winding arms

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"Spiral Arms: A Cosmic Dance of Beauty and Mystery" Behold the mesmerizing spiral arms of the Spiral galaxy M81, as captured in this stunning composite image. Prepare to be dazzled by the galactic light show within the spiral galaxy NGC 4258, where celestial wonders unfold. Explore the enigmatic beauty of the Cigar galaxy (M82) through this captivating composite image, revealing its intricate spiral structure. Immerse yourself in a cosmic whirlpool as you witness the majestic Whirlpool Galaxy spinning gracefully amidst space's vast expanse. Marvel at the ethereal dance between The Whirlpool Galaxy (M51) and its companion galaxy, entwined in an eternal gravitational embrace. Discover the captivating allure of Messier 83 - a barred spiral galaxy that beckons us with its radiant core and sprawling arms. Brace for impact. Witness a glimpse into our future as we anticipate the predicted collision between Andromeda and our own Milky Way galaxies. Delve deeper into The Whirlpool Galaxy's secrets as it reveals itself alongside its companion galaxy, painting a picture of cosmic companionship against a backdrop of stars. Uncover Andromeda Galaxy's ancient stellar population painted in hues of blue, offering insights into our neighboring galactic history spanning billions of years. Contemplate your place in an unimaginably vast universe as you compare these awe-inspiring galaxies to IC 1101 –the largest known galaxy ever discovered. The impending collision between Milky Way-Andromeda galaxies creates an otherworldly spectacle that both captivates and humbles us all.