The Virgo Galaxy Cluster Treasure Chest: Part 1 | Vera C. Rubin Observatory

The Virgo Galaxy Cluster Treasure Chest: Part 1 | Vera C. Rubin Observatory

This video pans around the Virgo Cluster as seen in First Look images from the National Science Foundation–Department of Energy Vera C. Rubin Observatory. The scene starts with the giant elliptical galaxy M49 and ends on RCG 55, a group of interacting galaxies with trails of dust, gas, and stars stretched between them. Enjoy this cosmic treasure chest of galaxies and stars.

Credit: RubinObs / NOIRLab / SLAC / NSF / DOE / AURA

Duration: 1 minute
Release Date: June 16, 2025

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