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NGC 5195: The Dot Under the Question Mark
Dwarf galaxy NGC 5195 is the smaller companion to the famous Whirlpool Galaxy, M51. Together, they form a cosmic question mark, a shape noted in Lord Rosse's 19th-century drawings. NGC 5195, spanning about 20,000 light-years, has likely had its star formation triggered and M51's prominent spiral arms enhanced by a close gravitational encounter. This interaction shapes both galaxies, making them a classic example of galactic merger in progress.
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In tropical astrology, 31 AUG 2013 falls under Virgo (♍). The sign's window runs from 08-23 through 09-22. Virgo is the largest zodiac constellation, holding the heart of the Virgo galaxy cluster. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 31 AUG 2013.