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Pulsar Enigma Discovered

20113 minGnews

NASA's Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope detects a young pulsar in NGC 6624's hidden depths.

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Pulsar Enigma Discovered

2011• 3 minG

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NASA's Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope detects a young pulsar in NGC 6624's hidden depths.

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NASA Astrophysics reveals a young and powerful enigma hidden within NGC 6624, a globular cluster approximately 10 billion years old, located near the center of the galaxy. The Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope detects high-energy radiation from this cluster, which typically captures the cumulative gamma rays emitted by old pulsars. Pulsars are rapidly spinning neutron stars, known for their incredible density. This documentary highlights the significance of NGC 6624 in understanding the behavior of pulsars and their role in the cosmos, showcasing the advanced capabilities of NASA's astrophysics research.

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