This Hubble Space Telescope image showcases NGC 5253, a starburst galaxy actively forming massive star clusters. Located 11 million light-years away, it serves as a critical site for studying stellar processes. Credit: ESA/Hubble & NASA, A. Zezas, D. Calzetti
NGC 5253, a blue compact dwarf galaxy, is highlighted in this week’s Hubble Picture of the Week. About 11 million light-years away, it shows significant star formation, being studied using data from Hubble’s cameras. Its intense starburst activities make it crucial for understanding stellar evolution.
This exquisite image from the
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