A long time ago in a galaxy 🌌 far, far away.. . Located more than 12 billion light years away, the monster galaxy COSMOS-AzTEC-1 was mapped in unprecedented detail by the ALMA sub-millimeter array of radio telescopes (bottom right). . The data (top) revealed that COSMOS-AzTEC-1 is not only a large galaxy, but also highly active star ⭐️ forming galaxy. . However, unlike other types of starburst galaxies, the ALMA array revealed that the distribution of molecular gas (top left) and dust (top right) in COSMOS-AzTEC-1 exists as two highly unstable dense clouds several thousands of light years away from the center of the galaxy. . Continued research into these types of distant galaxies will help scientists determine whether this due to the merger of smaller galaxies or whether it represents a unique stage of galactic evolution. . Credit: ALMA (ESO/NAOJ/NRAO)/Tadaki et al, IBoncina /ESO / CC BY 4.0. . [⭐️⭐️⭐️] Interested in becoming an astronomer or an astrophysicist? Make sure to take out course on our website and gain the crucial scientific knowledge to help you get the best start! DM for more information or questions. . #astronomy #galaxies #almatelescope #telescopes #distantgalaxies #starburstgalaxy #universe #stars #ancient https://www.instagram.com/p/B814hD4pLB6/?igshid=psezlm19e4wt