The Whirlpool galaxy, M51, has been one of the most photogenic galaxies in amateur and professional astronomy. This Hubble composite image shows visible starlight as well as light from the emission of glowing hydrogen, which is associated with the most luminous young stars in the spiral arms.
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Image Credit: NASA/ESA and The Hubble Heritage Team (STScI/AURA) 
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