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Euclid Space Telescope Captures Rare Einstein Ring Around Nearby Galaxy NGC 6505

The Euclid space telescope reveals a stunning Einstein ring encircling galaxy NGC 6505, located 590 million light-years away, showcasing gravitational lensing.

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    The discovery of this rare Einstein ring by the Euclid space telescope is not just an impressive visual spectacle, but it also underscores the profound scientific potential of such strong gravitational lenses that can illuminate our understanding of the universe.

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  2. Space telescope spots rare 'Einstein ring' of light around nearby galaxy

    The discovery of an Einstein ring by the Euclid telescope not only highlights the beauty of gravitational lensing but also underscores the significance of this phenomenon in advancing our understanding of the universe.

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  3. Space telescope spots rare 'Einstein ring' of light around galaxy in our cosmic neighborhood

    The discovery of a rare Einstein ring around a nearby galaxy highlights the remarkable capabilities of the Euclid space telescope, presenting a breathtaking opportunity for astronomers to unravel the mysteries of the universe.

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Europe’s Euclid space telescope has observed a rare Einstein ring surrounding the galaxy NGC 6505, situated 590 million light-years from Earth. The phenomenon, resulting from gravitational lensing, occurs when light from a more distant galaxy, over 4 billion light-years away, bends around a closer object. Lead author Conor O’Riordan highlights both the rarity and the scientific value of such lenses. Euclid, launched in 2023 with NASA's collaboration, aims to study dark energy and dark matter in the universe, providing crucial data for astronomical research.

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