The Beginning of the End of Star Formation
Time is running out for the galaxy NGC 3801, seen in this composite image from NASA Galaxy Evolution Explorer and other instruments combining light from across the spectrum, ranging from ultraviolet to radio.
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Details
NASA ID
PIA15419
Date Created
April 3, 2012
Center
JPL
Media Type
image