Vela ring galaxy

Vela ring galaxy
Image of the galaxy, the bright object star like object is a star named HD 88170
Observation data
ConstellationAntlia
Characteristics
TypeRing galaxy
Other designations
ESO 316-32

The Vela ring galaxy is a ring galaxy in the constellation of Antlia. The galaxy has a bright core region that is surrounded by a blue ring which is filled with gas and stars.[1]

References

  1. ^ information@eso.org. "A cosmic hit and run". www.eso.org. Retrieved 2025-05-30.
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