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Earendel is only detectable thanks to a galaxy cluster between the star and us. The cluster’s gravity bends light, magnifying what's behind it—in the case of Earendel, by a factor of at least 4000! Based on its colors, astronomers think Earendel may have a cooler companion star.
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