Galaxy Zoo Talk

Is this a bar I see before me? And is this a ring?

  • KhalilaRedBird by KhalilaRedBird

    This spiral galaxy presents 2 issues. The 2 arms, at the center, appear to cross beside the central disk before spiraling out. Am I seeing a bar -- or just the beginnings of 2 arms? Also, each arm curves around almost to meet the other arm. If they do, would I be seeing a ring? I do have a collection of figure 8s started.

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  • Terrance_L._Johnson by Terrance_L._Johnson

    Yes, me thinks you do see a bar, my lord. However, this would not be classified as a ring. Think of what a smoke ring or steering wheel looks like. That's a ring. 😉

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  • KhalilaRedBird by KhalilaRedBird

    thanks, friend. A steering wheel is usually connected to the steering column, however. (btw, it's my lady, sir.)

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  • Terrance_L._Johnson by Terrance_L._Johnson in response to KhalilaRedBird's comment.

    KhalilaRedBird
    thanks, friend. A steering wheel is usually connected to the steering column, however. (btw, it's my lady, sir.)

    Pardon, my lady. Mayhaps, if you search long enough, you'll find a column.

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