NIRI image of Galaxy 12008481
The NIRI/Altair near-infrared (K band) image of galaxy 12008481 shows that the stellar mass is physically compact, while the sub-structure within the image is evidence of past minor mergers. Read more at https://www.gemini.edu/node/11392.
Credit:NOIRLab/Gemini Observatory/AURA
About the Image
Id: | geminiann10004a |
Type: | Collage |
Release date: | Jan. 11, 2010, 2:41 p.m. |
Related announcements: | geminiann10004 |
Size: | 500 x 553 px |
About the Object
Name: | Altair, Gemini North, Near Infrared Imager (NIRI) |
Category: | Galaxies Gemini Observatory |
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Colors & filters
Band | Wave-length | Tele-scope |
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Infrared K | 2.2 μm | Gemini North NIRI |