Galaxies, with their vastness and variety, have always intrigued astronomers, but what lies beyond their bright disks is proving to be even more captivating. The universe is teeming with galaxies of different shapes and sizes, from giant ovals to dwarf irregulars. Our Milky Way, like many other bright galaxies, is surrounded by a retinue of smaller dwarf galaxies. Radio telescopes have given us the ability to map the unique glow of free-floating hydrogen atoms, whether they’re nestled within galaxies or drifting in the vast spaces in between. CSIRO’s Australian Square Kilometre Array Pathfinder (ASKAP) radio telescope, located on Wajarri Yamaji … Continue reading NGC 4632’s Mystery: The Polar Ring Galaxy Phenomenon Decoded!