What's Happening?
The galaxy NGC 6789, located in the Local Void, is forming new stars despite the absence of an obvious fuel source. This galaxy, about 12 million light years away, has been forming stars for the last 600 million years, raising questions about the source of its
star-forming gas. Researchers using the Two-meter Twin Telescope have found no evidence of disturbances that would indicate a merger or gas stream, leaving the mystery unsolved. The galaxy's continued star formation challenges current understanding of galactic processes.
Why It's Important?
The star formation in NGC 6789 presents a puzzle for astronomers, challenging existing theories about how galaxies acquire and use gas for star formation. Understanding this phenomenon could provide insights into the processes that govern galaxy evolution and the distribution of matter in the universe. The mystery of NGC 6789's star formation may lead to new discoveries about the behavior of isolated galaxies and the dynamics of the Local Void, potentially impacting models of cosmic structure and development.
