3D interactive map of the local universe
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- #Interactive Visualization
- #Cosmic Web
- #Galaxy Mapping
- Every point of light is a real galaxy from the 2MASS Redshift Survey, totaling 43,497 galaxies.
- Gravity has shaped these galaxies into a cosmic web of filaments, clusters, and voids over 13.8 billion years.
- The map uses redshift data to place galaxies accurately in 3D space, correcting for distortions like the 'Fingers of God'.
- Users can interact with the map through various controls to fly, zoom, and explore different viewing modes.
- The Zone of Avoidance appears as a dark wedge due to dust from our own Milky Way hiding galaxies behind it.
- This visualization emphasizes human connection to the cosmos, as we are made of star-stuff and part of the structure.