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Subaru Gallery TOPSpiral Galaxy NGC 5211
September 24, 2025
Last updated: September 30, 2025
Last updated: September 30, 2025
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NGC 5211 is a face-on galaxy located in the direction of Virgo. Unlike typical spiral galaxies that have spiral arms connected directly to their central regions, this galaxy displays a gap between its central core and the arms, resulting in a ring-like structure known as a pseudoring. Additionally, a second ring-like spiral arm is also present in the central region, giving the unique appearance of a double-ring structure. The inner ring appears red, while the outer ring has a blue tint, creating a striking and contrasting visual impression.
(Credit: NAOJ; Image provided by Masayuki Tanaka)
【Distance from Earth】180 million light-years
【Instrument】Hyper Suprime-Cam (HSC)
NGC 5211 is a face-on galaxy located in the direction of Virgo. Unlike typical spiral galaxies that have spiral arms connected directly to their central regions, this galaxy displays a gap between its central core and the arms, resulting in a ring-like structure known as a pseudoring. Additionally, a second ring-like spiral arm is also present in the central region, giving the unique appearance of a double-ring structure. The inner ring appears red, while the outer ring has a blue tint, creating a striking and contrasting visual impression.
(Credit: NAOJ; Image provided by Masayuki Tanaka)
【Distance from Earth】180 million light-years
【Instrument】Hyper Suprime-Cam (HSC)
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