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Exploring the Universe: Chandra X-ray Observatory Unveils Cosmic Mysteries

The Chandra X-ray Observatory has provided groundbreaking insights into the universe, revealing stunning cosmic phenomena through X-ray imagery. This presentation highlights key discoveries, such as NGC 3079's superwind, the Crab Nebula's pulsar secrets, and the revelation of dual supermassive black holes in NGC 6240. With images showcasing the aftermath of star explosions and the intricate arcs of Centaurus A, Chandra continues to reshape our understanding of cosmic events, including supernova origins and active spiral galaxies. Join us on this astronomical journey!

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Exploring the Universe: Chandra X-ray Observatory Unveils Cosmic Mysteries

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  1. X-rays From the Sky Intro Chandra X-ray Observatory November, 2003

  2. NGC 3079: Superwind Sculpts Filamentary Features Images: 01

  3. Crab Nebula: Shocking Secrets Of The Crab Pulsar Revealed In X-rays Images: 02

  4. Crab Nebula: NASA's Great Observatories Work Together Images: 03

  5. G54.1+0.3: Energetic Ring Marks The Spot That Leads To Discovery Of The Neutron Star Images: 04

  6. Cassiopeia A: Chandra's Celestial Fireworks Images: 05

  7. NGC 6240: Never Before Seen: Two Supermassive Black Holes In Same Galaxy Images: 06

  8. Centaurus A: Arcs Tell The Tale Of A Giant Eruption Images: 07

  9. G292: Chandra Looks At The Aftermath Of A Massive Star Explosion Images: 08

  10. Sagittarius A*: Milky Way Monster Stars In Cosmic Reality Show Images: 09

  11. M87: Chandra Sheds Light On The Knotty Problem Of The M87 Jet Images: 10

  12. M83: X-rays Reveal Nature Of Spiral Galaxy's Boisterous Activity Images: 11

  13. DEM L71: Supernova Origin Revealed Images: 12

  14. Cygnus X-1, XTE J1650-500 & GX 339-4:"Iron-Clad" Evidence For Spinning Black Hole Images: 13

  15. M86: Cluster’s Gain Is Galaxy’s Loss Images: 14

  16. M17: "X-ray Champagne Flow" Uncorked In Horseshoe Nebula Images: 15

  17. A2029: Hot News For Cold Dark Matter Images: 16

  18. 44i Bootis: The Terrible Twos: What Might Happen If Our Sun Had A Twin Images: 17

  19. The Crescent Nebula: Live Fast, Blow Hard And Die Young Images: 18

  20. SNR 0103-72.6: Chandra Finds Rich Oxygen Supply Inside Glowing Ring Images: 19

  21. The Tarantula Nebula: A Drama Of Star Formation And Evolution Images: 20

  22. Jupiter: Hot Spot Makes Trouble For Theory Images: 21

  23. NGC 4438 & NGC 4435: Galactic Fender-Bender In Virgo Images: 24

  24. N132D: Glowing Remnant from a Star-Shattering Explosion Images: 23

  25. Galactic Center: Chandra Takes In The Bright Lights, Big City Of The Milky Way Images: 22

  26. Seeing The Universe In A Whole New Light: 4 Years Of Chandra Images: 25

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