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Subaru Gallery TOPBarred Spiral Galaxy IC 1010
November 26, 2025
Last updated: November 26, 2025
Last updated: November 26, 2025
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In the constellation of Virgo, about 360 million light-years away, IC 1010 appears to stand alone in the vast Universe, positioned at the center-right of the image. This galaxy is classified as a barred spiral galaxy, characterized by its spiral structure and a prominent central bar-like feature.
The image shows no other prominent galaxies surrounding IC 1010. Many spiral galaxies are known to exist in isolation like this one. In contrast, elliptical galaxies are frequently found in regions with a gathering of other galaxies, such as galaxy clusters. This difference in distribution indicates that the environment surrounding a galaxy has a significant influence on its formation.
(Credit: NAOJ; Image provided by Masayuki Tanaka)
【Distance from Earth】360 million light-years
【Instrument】Hyper Suprime-Cam (HSC)
In the constellation of Virgo, about 360 million light-years away, IC 1010 appears to stand alone in the vast Universe, positioned at the center-right of the image. This galaxy is classified as a barred spiral galaxy, characterized by its spiral structure and a prominent central bar-like feature.
The image shows no other prominent galaxies surrounding IC 1010. Many spiral galaxies are known to exist in isolation like this one. In contrast, elliptical galaxies are frequently found in regions with a gathering of other galaxies, such as galaxy clusters. This difference in distribution indicates that the environment surrounding a galaxy has a significant influence on its formation.
(Credit: NAOJ; Image provided by Masayuki Tanaka)
【Distance from Earth】360 million light-years
【Instrument】Hyper Suprime-Cam (HSC)
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