M51 (Whirlpool Galaxy)


M51, the Whirlpool Galaxy, is shown here at multiple wavelengths. The top image is an Einstein HRI image, the middle is a red emission hydrogen line photograph, and the bottom image is a blue light image with radio contours overlaid. The Einstein HRI image shows three distinct sources associated with the spiral arms, plus a stronger nucleus source. The red light image shows spiral arm structure and bright HII regions.

Images courtesy of G. Fabbiano at CfA, taken from Figure 6-11a in Charles and Seward.

Einstein HRI image of M51
Red light (hydrogen) image of M51
Einstein HRI image of M51
Red light (hydrogen) image of M51
Blue light image of M51 with radio contours
Blue light image of M51 with radio contours overlaid



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