These 19 spiral galaxy photos appear to show that galaxies grow from the inside out, which means that star formation begins in the centre of the galaxy and spreads outward through its spiral arms.
Since infrared light is undetectable to human vision, scientists and image processors convert infrared light wavelengths into colours that can be seen.
The James Webb Space Telescope, launched in December 2021, is a collaborative effort between the European and Canadian space agencies. It has unveiled breathtaking images of the distant universe using infrared light, revealing previously unseen regions.