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Compass Image for Intracluster Light in Galaxy Clusters Abell S1063 and MACS J0416.1-2403

Compass Image for Intracluster Light in Galaxy Clusters Abell S1063 and MACS J0416.1-2403
  • Release Date
    December 20, 2018
  • Science Release
    Faint Glow Within Galaxy Cluster Illuminates Dark Matter
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  • Credits
    NASA, ESA, and M. Montes (University of New South Wales)

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