Webb and Hubble Telescopes Uncover Intricate History of Stellar System Terzan 5

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Published: 2026-06-18
Category: science
Source: Mashable
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Combined observations from the James Webb and Hubble Space Telescopes are providing new insights into Terzan 5, a dense stellar system near the Milky Way's core. The data indicates that Terzan 5, once considered a simple globular cluster, contains at least four generations of stars. This discovery suggests a more complex formation process, potentially offering clues about the development of galactic centers.

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