Elliptical Galaxy (Orange)

A diffuse oval is outlined by dark orange but gets progressively lighter in rings towards the center, a bright white spot surrounded by a small ring of white haze. White dots representing stars speckle the image.

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December 19, 2022

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An illustration of an orange elliptical galaxy. The colors depicted in this illustration are for artistic purposes only.

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Elliptical Galaxy (Orange)

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