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- The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and the European Space Agency (ESA) released a composite image showing a question-mark-shaped structure believed to be a galaxy merger.
- The image also features the young stars Herbig-Haro 46/47 surrounded by gas and dust.
- Scientists note galaxy mergers are common but rarely observed.
- The viral image sparked playful speculation online about extraterrestrial involvement.
- The image underscores potential discoveries in galaxy formation and stellar evolution.
