Gemini South’s primary mirror before resurfacing.

A close-up of the primary mirror before removal from the mirror cell. Dust and several spots were noted on the surface.

Credit:

International Gemini Observatory/NOIRLab/NSF/AURA

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Id:20231020_105836-CC
Type:Photographic
Release date:Feb. 19, 2024, 2:20 p.m.
Size:4000 x 1848 px

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