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Jwst Feed @jwstfeed.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

MIRI captured the edge of galaxy NGC 3621, containing the supernova 2024ggi. Processed by @yuvharpaz.bsky.social nerdculture.de/@yuvharpaz/1... 🔭 🧪

The Mid-Infrared Instrument (MIRI) on the James Webb Space Telescope has captured a breathtaking image of the spiral galaxy NGC 3621. The image reveals intricate details of the galaxy's structure, including its prominent spiral arms, dust lanes, and star-forming regions. The warm dust in the galaxy glows brightly in the mid-infrared light captured by MIRI, providing a unique perspective on this celestial object.