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NGC 6946

NGC 6946

This is my image of NGC 6946 a galaxy in what's called the local group. This means that it is close by in astronomical terms. It shows the spiral arms real...
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This is my image of NGC 6946 a galaxy in what's called the local group. This means that it is close by in astronomical terms. It shows the spiral arms really well and this is where the new stars are born.
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