Core Collection (#4)

Buckyballs floating in interstellar space near a region of current star-formation
This artists conception shows buckyballs floating in interstellar space, near a region of current star-formation. Buckyballs are the largest molecule ever discovered floating between the stars

Messier 33, the Triangulum Galaxy
The Triangulum Galaxy, also known as Messier 33, is a spiral galaxy approximately 3 million lights years away in the constellation Triangulum

Messier 13, the Great Globular Cluster in Hercules
Messier 13, the Great Globular Cluster in the constellation Hercules

Infrared image of the center of the Milky Way Galaxy
This composite color infrared image of the center of our Milky Way galaxy reveals a new population of massive stars and new details in complex structures in the hot ionized gas swirling around

Silicate Crystal Formation in the Disk of an Erupting Star
This artists concept illustrates how silicate crystals like those found in comets can be created by an outburst from a growing star

Omega Centauri globular star cluster

NGC 1097, a barred spiral galaxy in the constellation Fornax

A cutaway view of the sun, showing its different parts and the currents that flow within it

Comet 17P / Holmes
The Spitzer Space Telescope captured this image of comet Holmes in March 2008, five months after the comet suddenly erupted and brightened a millionfold overnight

M15, Globular Cluster in Pegasus
Messier 15, globular cluster in the constellation Pegasus

Planetary debris encircling the star AU Microscopii
This is a so-called scatter model based on the Hubble Space Telescope image of the planetary debris encircling the star AU Microscopii

The Earth with the center cutaway to reveal its core

A diagram illustrating the extent of the Kuiper Belt and Oort Cloud

The Triangulum Galaxy, also known as Messier 33

A supermassive black hole at the center of a galaxy
This artists concept depicts a supermassive black hole at the center of a galaxy. The blue color here represents radiation pouring out from material very close to the black hole

Vision of a black hole destroying a sun

NGC 4911, a spiral galaxy located within the Coma Cluster of galaxies
NGC 4911, a spiral galaxy located deep within the Coma Cluster of galaxies in the northern constellation Coma Berenices

H II regions NGC 3603 and NGC 3576
NGC 3603 (left) and NGC 3576 (right) are two of the most luminous HII regions in our galaxy but their juxtaposition is really an illusion

Messier 27, The Dumbbell Nebula, a planetary nebula in Vulpecula

NGC 6362 globular cluster in the constellation Ara

Illustration of the sun with visible dark sunspots on the surface, prominences and some solar wind blowing off at the right. Mercury is the white dot, in scale, to the right

A tight pair of stars and a surrounding disk of dust
This artists concept illustrates a tight pair of stars and a surrounding disk of dust, most likely the shattered remains of planetary smashups

Illustration showing the various parts that make up the sun

A dusty planet-forming disk in orbit around a whirling young star
This artists concept shows a dusty planet-forming disk in orbit around a whirling young star. The Spitzer Space Telescope found evidence that disks like this one can slow their stars down

Omega Centauri or NGC 5139 is a globular cluster of stars seen in the constellation of Centaurus. It is both the brightest and the largest known globular cluster associated with the Milky Way

The core of NGC 253, the Sculptor Galaxy

NGC 2683, spiral galaxy in Lynx

NGC 660, Polar Ring Galaxy in Pisces

Comparison of the size of a hypergiant star to that of our solar system
This artists concept compares the size of a gargantuan star and its surrounding dusty disk to that of our solar system. Monstrous disks like this one were discovered around two hypergiant stars by

Barred spiral galaxy NGC 1672 in the constellation Dorado

The Sculptor Galaxy, also known as NGC 253. NGC 253 is a prototypical starburst galaxy. The central 10, 000 light years of this galaxy shows evidence of a violent burst of star formation that began

NGC 5033, a spiral galaxy situated in the constellation of Canes Venatici, about 37 million light years from Earth. Twin super massive black holes, located in its central region

Some galaxies have powerfully active cores that emit jets of energy

The Triangulum Galaxy (Messier 33) in the constellation Triangulum

Artists concept of a face-on view of our galaxy, the Milky Way

The Orion Nebula in infrared light. This spectacular image of the Orion Nebula star-formation region was obtained from multiple exposures using the HAWK-I infrared camera

Artists concept of Cygnus X-1, a luminous x-ray source in the constellation Cygnus
In 1964 a luminous x-ray source in the sky caught the attention of astronomers. This source contained the first black hole discovered

The core of the globular cluster Omega Centauri
The core of the spectacular globular cluster Omega Centauri, also known as NGC 5139, glitters with the combined light of 2 million stars

The birth of a star
In this artists conception, we peer through the dark dust of L1014 to witness the birth of a star. The Spitzer Space Telescope has detected a faint

A diagram showing how energy creates organic molecules in the atmosphere of Titan
A diagram showing how energy in the form of solar radiation creates organic molecules in the atmosphere of Titan

A schematic showing the layers of Titan: an icy crust beneath which may lie liquid water and a solid core

Delicate green crystals sprinkled throughout the core of a pair of colliding galaxies
This artists concept shows delicate green crystals sprinkled throughout the core of a pair of colliding galaxies. The white spots represent a thriving population of stars of all sizes and ages

Artists concept of the Helix Nebula. The Helix Nebula, NGC 7293, is a planetary nebula and was formed from the end of a stars evolution

Cross section of planet Earth showing the lower mantle, made by olivine, pyroxene and feldspar. Temperature 1800 - 2800A Celsius

Cross section of planet Earth showing the outer core, made by liquid iron, sulfur, nickel and oxygen. Temperature 3200A Celsius

Implosion of a Sun with visible solar system and planets

Face-on spiral galaxy NGC 3982
This face-on spiral galaxy, called NGC 3982, is striking for its rich tapestry of star birth, along with its winding arms

Fantasy: Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster
Fantasy - Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster. It reads: We live in a fantasy world, a world of illusion, The great task in life is to find reality. ~ Iris Murdoch

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"Unveiling the Mysteries: Exploring the Core of the Universe and Beyond" Embark on a journey through space and time as we delve into the captivating concept of "core. " From mesmerizing galactic light shows in spiral galaxy NGC 4258 to ancient depictions of Earth's fiery central core, our exploration knows no bounds. Witness Athanasius Kircher's intricate engraving from his renowned work "Mundus subeterraneus, " revealing a cross-section of our planet with its hidden lakes, rivers, and a blazing core. Marvel at Aachen Cathedral Treasury's Cross of Lothair II, symbolizing strength emanating from within. Venture further into celestial realms as we unravel planets' internal structures, unveiling their enigmatic cores. Gaze upon Altair, a brilliant star nestled in the constellation Aquila, illuminating distant galaxies. Admire Donatis Comet of 1858 captured artistically for eternity. Journey back to Earth where secrets lie beneath its surface. Explore the depths of our planet's core that shapes its very existence. Behold the awe-inspiring Trapezium Cluster at Orion Nebula's center or marvel at The Wild Duck Cluster residing gracefully in Scutum constellation. Discover historical artifacts like Danish battle axes representing power harnessed by civilizations past. Witness cutting-edge technology with quantum computer cores paving new frontiers in computation and innovation. Lastly, immerse yourself in history as Officer Training Corps parades come alive through an evocative photograph from 1917 - born out of conflict but fostering unity among aspiring officers during tumultuous times. In this captivating odyssey exploring various facets of "core, " be prepared to unlock mysteries that shape our universe while celebrating human ingenuity across time and space.