large quasar group

English

Etymology

large +‎ quasar +‎ group

Noun

large quasar group (plural large quasar groups)

1. (astronomy) An implied cosmological scale alignment of matter. An assemblage of quasars that appear to form a structure, having them closely grouped in the sky in terms of redshift and lateral placement, implying an outline of a dimmer more massive structure in which the quasars are embedded.

Synonyms

• LQG (abbreviation)

Coordinate terms

• cosmic web
• filament of galaxies
• great wall
• limit of greatness

Derived terms

• LQG (abbreviation)