The hidden chemistry at the heart of the Milky Way

from On Point with Meghna Chakrabarti · host WBUR

Scientists have taken the largest ever image of the Milky Way. The image shows spectacular detail of our home in the universe, and offers scientists a color-coded guide to some of the most mysterious corners of our galaxy. *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

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