Discovering ‘Big Wheel’: A Massive Spiral Galaxy Found by JWST

Introduction to ‘Big Wheel’

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has made an incredible discovery. Scientists have identified a spiral galaxy named ‘Big Wheel’, which is about five times more massive than our own Milky Way. This remarkable find emerged from observations made just 2 billion years after the Big Bang.

Image of the Big Wheel galaxy

Understanding massive galaxies like ‘Big Wheel’ helps astronomers learn more about the universe’s evolution. The JWST’s advanced capabilities have opened new frontiers in space exploration. By studying galaxies formed in the early universe, scientists can unravel the mysteries of cosmic history and the formation of structures that led to today’s universe.