The Strange Case of the Himiko Blob

What is the significance of observing space in terms of time?

• It provides a way to measure the speed of light.

• It enables us to look back in time and see ancient stars and galaxies.

• It helps us understand the current state of the universe.

• It allows us to predict future events.

What is unique about the Himiko Blob compared to other early galaxies?

• It formed only 100 million years after the universe began.

• It is the oldest and largest Lyman Alpha Blob discovered.

• It is the smallest galaxy discovered from its era.

• It is composed entirely of heavy elements.

Why was the discovery of Himiko initially puzzling to astronomers?

• It was much smaller than expected for its age.

• It was located much closer to Earth than predicted.

• It was forming stars at a slower rate than anticipated.

• It was much larger and more massive than other galaxies from its era.

What did the 2013 study reveal about the structure of Himiko?

• It is made up of five smaller galaxies.

• It is a completely isolated galaxy.

• It is composed of three merging clouds.

• It is a single large cluster of stars.

How did the merging clouds in Himiko contribute to its brightness?

• They emitted large amounts of gamma rays.

• They reflected light from the Milky Way.

• They triggered rapid star formation.

• They absorbed light from nearby stars.