Astronomers have peered into cluster RXC J0032.1+1808 and found a titan in the process of splitting apart
Sandeep K S
Dec 25, 2025
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Illustration of the RXC J0032.1+1808 Galaxy Cluster Merger, showcasing bimodal X-ray emissions and depicting a cosmic collision 1.3 million light-years wide. This event offers insights into dark matter behavior and cosmic shock fronts, occurring 395-560 million years after the initial pass, with galaxies forming clusters bound by gravity.
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