Hubble Smiling Galaxy Cluster Image

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Josh Universe - Space Discord Server shares a new post featuring a Hubble image of galaxy cluster SDSS J1038 located over 4.5 billion light years away with gravitational lensing arcs that resemble a smiling face. Image credit NASA ESA and an Instagram link are provided. Join the server to view and discuss this striking space photo.

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At the center of this Hubble Space Telescope image lies the galaxy cluster SDSS J1038+4849, located more than 4.5 billion light-years from Earth. The arrangement of galaxies and gravitational lensing arcs gives the cluster a striking resemblance to a smiling face.

Image credit: NASA / ESA / Hubble
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