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Share this with the Leo in your life ♌️ The regal constellation of Leo, named after the lion, shines brightly in the night sky, and it’s no surprise that it’s home to some of the most fascinating cosmic wonders. Here are a few celestial treasures captured by @esaweb and @hubbleesa that lie within Leo’s domain: 1. NGC 3351: This beautiful spiral galaxy, located 33 million light-years away, helps researchers study all phases of star formation, from dusty gas clouds to the energy that shapes galaxies. 2. NGC 3521: Known as a flocculent spiral galaxy, NGC 3521 has a woolly appearance rather than distinct spiral arms. About 40 million light-years away, it’s nicknamed the Bubble Galaxy due to its rounded glow seen through telescopes. 3. NGC 3239: This irregular galaxy, formed from a merger of two galaxies, is studded with regions of star formation. Located 25 million light-years away, it’s also home to supernova SN 2012A. 4. NGC 3370: Amid a backdrop of distant galaxies, this dusty spir...
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