edge-on tucked in arms of spiral galaxy

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Looking closely, I actually think that these two galaxies are interacting. If so, it's a very beautiful and interesting merger.

Posted September 14, 2012 12:04 AM

This is linked to my previous comment - this smaller galaxy is on its way into the top arm of the larger galaxy.

Posted September 26, 2012 9:32 AM

Looks like it could be #bar #ring #spiral #merger. It's hard to say exactly what each one was prior to this merger.

Posted October 2, 2012 3:27 AM

smaller galaxy at centre of image may be infront of larger galaxy #overlap or may be in process of #merger thru ring of larger galaxy.

Posted July 14, 2014 3:53 AM

by Budgieye moderator

interesting! spiral probably closer, #overlap , see discussion.

Posted July 14, 2014 5:54 AM