Phoenix Cluster

The Phoenix Cluster is a massive galaxy cluster located about 1.6 billion light-years from Earth, known for its exceptionally high rate of star formation and active supermassive black hole. At its center sits a large galaxy with a black hole that is actively swallowing material and emitting powerful energy. This activity heats the surrounding gas, preventing it from cooling and collapsing to form new stars, yet paradoxically, the cluster still experiences intense star formation. The Phoenix Cluster provides valuable insights into how black holes influence galaxy growth and the behavior of hot gas in massive cosmic structures.