Astronomers Unveil Most Complete 3-D Map of Local Universe

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Astronomers Unveil Most Complete 3-D Map of Local Universe

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Map of the universe

…astronomers unveiled the most complete 3-D map of the local universe (out to a distance of 380 million light-years) ever created. Taking more than 10 years to complete, the 2MASS Redshift Survey (2MRS) also is notable for extending closer to the Galactic plane than previous surveys – a region that’s generally obscured by dust.


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8 thoughts on “Astronomers Unveil Most Complete 3-D Map of Local Universe

  1. Anonymous says:

    Where is the “You are Here” arrow?

  2. Anonymous says:

    Where is the “You are Here” arrow?

  3. Anonymous says:

    Where is the “You are Here” arrow?

  4. Anonymous says:

    This is an amazing feat!
    More than 10 years for a map!
    Good job people!

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