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NGC 1068 - The nearest Seyfert 2 galaxy — JWST probes its dust-enshrouded AGN and outflowing molecular torus.

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NGC 1068

Also known as: M77, Squid Galaxy

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Analysis

Nearest powerful Seyfert galaxy, allowing JWST to resolve the dusty torus surrounding the active black hole.

Key Features

Seyfert 2 AGN
Dusty torus
Molecular outflows
Starburst ring

Fun Fact

The AGN in M77 was one of the first Seyfert nuclei identified

Observation Details

Coordinates: RA: 2h 42m 40.80s, Dec: -0° 0' 46.8"; Constellation: Cetus
Observation Date: March 22, 2023
Instrument: MIRI; Filters: F770W, F1130W, F1800W, F2100W
Distance: 47.0 million light years

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