Galactic Joust: Ancient Cosmic Clash Observed

Astronomers have captured images of two galaxies, each comparable in size to the Milky Way, on a collision course, resembling knights jousting. This astonishing observation shows them as they were 11.4 billion years ago, merely 2.4 billion years after the universe began.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 22-05-2025 10:31 IST | Created: 22-05-2025 10:31 IST
Galactic Joust: Ancient Cosmic Clash Observed
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Astronomers have captured an extraordinary cosmic spectacle, depicting two galaxies resembling jousting knights.

The colossal structures, each about the size of the Milky Way, are on a collision course, destined to merge.

Seen 11.4 billion years using Chile-based telescopes, this event transpired 2.4 billion years after the Big Bang.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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