Sky Map Animation: 400,000 Galaxies

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Start date Aug 14, 2012
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In summary, the Sky Map Animation: 400,000 Galaxies was created using data from multiple astronomical surveys and mapped onto a 3D model of the universe. It is highly accurate, but the positions of galaxies are constantly changing due to the expansion of the universe. Your own location can be seen through the search function or manual zooming, but keep in mind that the galaxies shown are billions of light years away. This animation only includes a small fraction of the estimated 100 billion galaxies in the observable universe. It can be used for educational purposes to visualize the vastness and distribution of galaxies in space.

Aug 14, 2012

thorium1010

A nice animation of sky map containing about 400,000 galaxies.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FUAu9ulnwRw

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Aug 14, 2012

Drakkith

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Nice!

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1. How was this animation created?

The Sky Map Animation: 400,000 Galaxies was created using data from multiple astronomical surveys, such as the Sloan Digital Sky Survey and the Two Micron All Sky Survey. The data was then processed and mapped onto a 3D model of the universe using specialized software.

2. How accurate is this animation?

This animation is highly accurate, as it is based on real data collected from telescopes and surveys. However, it should be noted that the positions of galaxies shown in the animation are constantly changing due to the expansion of the universe.

3. Can I see my own location in this animation?

Yes, you can see your own location in this animation by using the search function or manually zooming in on a specific area. However, keep in mind that the galaxies shown in the animation are located billions of light years away, so your location may not be visible.

4. Are all galaxies in the universe included in this animation?

No, this animation only includes around 400,000 galaxies that have been mapped by various surveys. There are estimated to be over 100 billion galaxies in the observable universe, so this animation only shows a small fraction of them.

5. Can I use this animation for educational purposes?

Yes, this animation can be used for educational purposes, such as in classrooms or for personal learning. It provides a visual representation of the vastness of the universe and can be a useful tool for understanding the scale of galaxies and their distribution in space.