Two Galaxy clusters - Abell 2199 and Abell 2666

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AndyG
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Two Galaxy clusters - Abell 2199 and Abell 2666

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In honor of this week's announcement that the estimated number of galaxies in the visible universe has been revised upwards by a factor of 10 to 2 trillion galaxies, here are a couple of galaxy cluster images from the remote obs.

Abell 2199 in Hercules

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Abell 2666 in Pegasus

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Very very nice Andy! Isn't it interesting in Abel 2666 how the cluster is so tight with all the various types of galaxies on parade so closely packed together. I know the spacing between and relative size of each is to be considered but, what a sight it would be if such a cluster was nearby say, associated with M31. Our night sky would be so awesome to view!
Thanks for another beauty!
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WOW ! Great images.

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Incredible! Every time I see one of these galaxy cluster images I'm amazed by the density of the field. It just re-ups the big question - are we alone?
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Spectacular Andy, a feast for the eyes and imagination. As I know I'll never reach your level of expertise, at least I know where to turn to see the best. As always, thanks for sharing.

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