Galaxy cluster Abell 3754 (Marco Lorenzi)

Celestial hemisphere: Southern · Constellation: Centaurus (Cen) · Contains: HD119983 · HD120053 · HD120107 · HD120172 · HD120173 · HD120190 · HD120251 · HD120270 · HD120483 · HD120504 · HD120533 · IC 4327 · IC 4329 · NGC 5291 · NGC 5292 · NGC 5298 · NGC 5302 · NGC 5304

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Galaxy cluster Abell 3754

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Abell 3754 is a vast galaxy cluster located approximately 200 million light-years away from Earth and spanning an area in the sky comparable to the full Moon. While the exact count of galaxies within Abell 3754 is not precisely determined, it is believed to host hundreds of them.
One of the prominent features within this galaxy cluster is IC 4329, a colossal elliptical galaxy positioned below the center at the left in the image. IC 4329 stands out due to its significant size and is surrounded by expansive rings of stars. These rings are thought to have formed through galactic collisions, as stars were ejected during such encounters.
Another intriguing member of Abell 3754 cluster is NGC 5291, situated on the top of the cluster image. This galaxy has experienced a cosmic collision, likely a dramatic encounter between two galaxies. The aftermath of this collision is evident in the form of clumpy "tidal tails" extending from NGC 5291, composed of material expelled during the collision. The collision, estimated to have occurred over 350 million years ago, led to the formation of dwarf galaxies within these clumps.
The comprehensive view of Abell 3754 captures the diverse and dynamic nature of galactic interactions within the cluster. This cosmic tapestry includes a myriad of galaxies, each with its own unique characteristics and history. The exploration of such galaxy clusters provides valuable insights into the complex processes that shape the evolution of galaxies and the larger structures they inhabit.

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RA (center)	13h48m44s.563
RA (top/left)	13h46m39s.954
RA (top/right)	13h46m35s.728
RA (bottom/right)	13h50m50s.508
RA (bottom/left)	13h50m51s.979

Dec (center)	-30°30′26″.74
Dec (top/left)	-29°53′44″.17
Dec (top/right)	-31°06′30″.14
Dec (bottom/right)	-31°06′59″.48
Dec (bottom/left)	-29°54′09″.84

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