NASA | Take a "Swift" Tour of the Andromeda Galaxy

The video explores M31, the nearest large spiral galaxy, highlighting its structure and characteristics. It discusses Swift's ultraviolet observations, revealing differences between the galaxy's bulge and spiral arms. The video also covers the Ring of Fire and satellite galaxies, emphasizing the importance of studying nearby galaxies to understand distant ones. The detailed ultraviolet mosaic provides insights into star formation processes.

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