ViewSpace Interactives
This animation shifts between two views of spiral galaxy NGC 4945. The first is a visible light image taken by XMM-Newton’s Optical Monitor, tinted blue. Overlain is a contour map of the iron K-alpha line observed by the telescope’s EPIC instrument. The second view shows a filled-in view of the contours where brighter colors indicate greater concentrations of X-rays.
Credit: Weaver et al. 2024, ESA/XMM-Newton
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| Material Cost per Learner | Free |
| Language | English |
This web-based collection features digital interactives and videos exploring our planet, solar system, galaxy, and universe through engaging multimedia content. Students can navigate through different scales of cosmic exploration while discovering the latest developments in astronomy and Earth science. The collection provides interactive experiences that help learners understand everything from local planetary processes to galactic-scale phenomena, offering current scientific insights through accessible digital formats.