Hubble Captures a Jaw-Dropping Spiral Galaxy Teeming With Star Formation

NGC 5042 is a breathtaking spiral galaxy showcasing a brilliant mix of ancient stars, young blue clusters, and vibrant pink H II regions—stellar nurseries illuminated by massive, short-lived stars. This stunning spiral galaxy, NGC 5042, is the focus of this Hubble Space Telescope Picture of the Week. Located about 48 million light-years away in the [...]