Spectrum of the extremely distant galaxy z6VDF J022803-041618

Tracing of the spectrum of the high-redshift galaxy z6VDF J022803-041618. The strong emission line at wavelength 872 nm is the red-shifted Lyman-alpha spectral line from the galaxy; it is shown in more detail in the insert panel.

Credit:

ESO

About the Image

Id:eso0314d
Type:Chart
Release date:28 May 2003
Related releases:eso0314
Size:1907 x 1315 px

About the Object

Name:z6VDF J022803-041618
Type:Early Universe : Galaxy
Distance:z=6.17 (redshift)
Category:Galaxies

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