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Merging Galaxies Make for Explosive Star Formation


The Gemini Observatory has unveiled a striking new image that shows star formation within the irregular galaxy NGC 4449. This galaxy is categorised as a "Magellanic-type" galaxy due to its similarities with the Magellanic Clouds, although it is smaller in size.

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Merging Galaxies Make for Explosive Star Formation