large quasar group

English

Etymology

From 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)
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