Chile telescope captures image of star-forming region at heart of Milky Way

A powerful telescope in Chile has captured the largest image ever produced by ALMA, revealing the Milky Way's Central Molecular Zone in unprecedented detail. This vast region of cold gas, stretching over 650 light-years, is crucial for star formation and offers insights into galactic evolution and the life cycle of stars.

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Feb 25, 2026 - 22:50
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Chile telescope captures image of star-forming region at heart of Milky Way
A powerful telescope in Chile has captured the largest image ever produced by ALMA, revealing the Milky Way's Central Molecular Zone in unprecedented detail. This vast region of cold gas, stretching over 650 light-years, is crucial for star formation and offers insights into galactic evolution and the life cycle of stars.

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