The Phoenix Cluster : Emitting incredibly powerful X-rays Explore the cosmic wonder of the Phoenix Cluster the most studied cluster, a luminous galaxy cluster emitting powerful X-rays, revealing insights into the early universe's evolution and fundamental physics principles. What is the Phoenix Cluster? Imagine a family of galaxies living together in the vastness of space, bound by gravity and swirling around a common center. That's essentially what the Phoenix Cluster is—a galaxy cluster located about 5.7 billion light-years away from Earth in the constellation of Phoenix. It's one of the most massive and luminous galaxy clusters known to humanity. Why is it Called the Phoenix Cluster? The name "Phoenix" might make you think of the mythical bird rising from its ashes, and there's a reason for that. The Phoenix Cluster got its name because it rose from the ashes of ancient stars, a reference to the intense activity happening within it. It's like a cosmic p...
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