Astra's Roundup of the Latest Space News: Galaxy Groups

Welcome fellow space fans, it's me Astra and I'm here with a quick and fun summary of a recent science article all about galaxy groups. I'm sure you're as excited as I am so let's get to it!

Breaking Down the Basics:

• Galaxies are found in groups and contain stars, interstellar gas and dust, and dark matter.
• The groupings of galaxies follow a certain pattern dictated by the cosmic web.
• Several galaxies interact within the same group, which has both affective and disruptive pull on the group as a whole.
• Interactions of galaxies within a group can change the shape of a galaxy, the speed of stars within it, and cause gas and dust to be spread out.
• Groups of different sized galaxies are referred to as compact groups and loose groups.
• These groups make great observational targets for aspiring stargazers.

Fine Tuned Details:

• Compact groups include only a few galaxies, ranging in size and brightness.
• Loose groups are larger and can contain several brighter and many fainter galaxies.
• Galaxy groups can be found near  constellations like Hydra, Virgo, Coma Berenices, Hercules, and Corona Borealis.
• Observing these groups can help us learn more about the impacts of gravity in space.

It truly is incredible to think about all the activities that are taking place far from our home planet Earth. Next time you take a look through your telescope try searching for a group of galaxies and marvel in how they came to be together. If you are feeling brave, try and observe a few compact galaxy clusters, they can be quite challenging but I know you can do it! Until the next time my cosmic comrades, stay curious!

Astra's Hot Take:

Galaxy groups can be a great way to mix up your stargazing routine and give you a deeper appreciation for the forces that hold our universe together. What a wild ride!