PULL · 17 SEP 2008

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MACSJ0025: Two Giant Galaxy Clusters Collide

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COSMIC MESSAGE

Two massive galaxy clusters, MACSJ0025.4-1222, are slowly colliding over hundreds of millions of years. This event, imaged by Hubble in visible light and Chandra in X-ray, provides clues about mysterious dark matter. The gravitational lensing observed helps us map the distribution of mass.

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ZODIAC CONTEXT
VIRGO

In tropical astrology, 17 SEP 2008 falls under Virgo (♍). The sign's window runs from 08-23 through 09-22. Virgo is the largest zodiac constellation, holding the heart of the Virgo galaxy cluster. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 17 SEP 2008.

THE ALMANAC FOR 17 SEP 2008
DAY
Wednesday
MOON
Waning gibbous, 95% lit
POSITION
Day 261 of 366