Exploring the Mysterious Space Blob 'Himiko'

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In summary, the Mysterious Space Blob 'Himiko' is a large, faint object discovered in the early universe by the Subaru Telescope in Hawaii. It is estimated to be about 55,000 light-years in diameter, making it one of the largest objects in the early universe. Named after Queen Himiko, a legendary ruler of ancient Japan, it is significant because it is one of the earliest known structures in the universe and provides insight into the formation and evolution of galaxies. It was discovered in 2009 by a team of astronomers using the Subaru Telescope during a survey of distant galaxies. There are several theories about its nature, with some scientists believing it could be a primordial galaxy, while others think it may be a giant gas
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wolram said:
How much further can we go past the blob until the age of the U has to be extended?
Uh, why would you expect that it will happen that way?
 

1. What is the Mysterious Space Blob 'Himiko'?

The Mysterious Space Blob 'Himiko' is a large, faint object spotted in the early universe by the Subaru Telescope in Hawaii. It is named after Queen Himiko, a legendary ruler of ancient Japan.

2. How big is the Mysterious Space Blob 'Himiko'?

The Mysterious Space Blob 'Himiko' is estimated to be about 55,000 light-years in diameter, making it one of the largest objects in the early universe.

3. What is the significance of the Mysterious Space Blob 'Himiko'?

The Mysterious Space Blob 'Himiko' is significant because it is one of the earliest known structures in the universe, dating back to a time when the universe was only about 800 million years old. It also provides insight into the formation and evolution of galaxies in the early universe.

4. How was the Mysterious Space Blob 'Himiko' discovered?

The Mysterious Space Blob 'Himiko' was discovered in 2009 by a team of astronomers using the Subaru Telescope. They were conducting a survey of distant galaxies in the early universe when they noticed a faint, extended object that appeared to be a single giant galaxy.

5. What are some theories about the nature of the Mysterious Space Blob 'Himiko'?

There are several theories about the nature of the Mysterious Space Blob 'Himiko'. Some scientists believe it could be a primordial galaxy, while others think it may be a giant gas cloud or a group of smaller galaxies merging together. Further studies and observations are needed to determine its true nature.

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