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The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) image of the Cassiopeia A (Cas A) supernova remnant will be included in the White House’s first Advent calendar.
In a news story on SundayNASA said the image, along with the advent calendar, was revealed as part of the White House anniversary for this year.
The JWST image of the supernova remnant captured by the telescope represents Christmas “came early” for astronomers because the remnant is shown in high resolution.
Cas A, one of the most studied supernova remnants in the entire universe, is located 11,000 light-years away in the Cassiopeia cluster, the release said.
“With the resolution of NIRCam, we can now see how the dead star was broken up after the explosion, leaving filaments like pieces of glass behind,” the scientist said. of Purdue University, Danny Milisavljevic in a statement, referring to the Telescope’s Near-Infrared Camera.
“It’s unbelievable that after all these years Cas A research solves this information, which gives us a new understanding of how this star exploded,” added Milisavljevic.
The photo, among others, will be used by the White House to show the “Magic, Wonder, and Joy” of the holiday season, the White House said.
The advent calendar and the Webb Telescope will be on display in the East Room, the main room in the White House, during the holiday display.
“In this season of reflection and kindness, we hope you will embrace your inner child and enjoy just being with those you love. It is time for our emotions to awaken – for each of us to smell the aroma of the family’s favorite fruits, hear the warmth of the voice of a dear friend, see the glow of lights and decorations, taste the sweetness of sweets and food. , and feel the peace and strength of faith,” said first lady Jill Biden in a joint statement with President Biden when the White House holiday theme was announced last month.
“We hope you enjoy the holidays at the White House – ‘The People’s House,’ your home. May every memory here remind us of our Nation’s prosperity.”
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