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The Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC) is one of the closest neighbors of the Milky Way Galaxy and is classified as an irregular dwarf galaxy. This celestial body, which can be observed with the naked eye from the Southern Hemisphere, is a satellite of the Milky Way. Considered a critical target for astronomical observations and cosmological modeling, the LMC occupies a significant place in astrophysical research with its various structures such as star-forming regions, globular clusters, and supernov

Galaxy mergers occur when two or more galaxies collide. This is the most intense type of galactic interaction. Gravitational interactions between galaxies and friction between gas and dust have significant effects on the involved galaxies. However, the exact outcomes of such mergers depend on a wide range of parameters, such as the collision angles, velocities, and relative sizes/compositions, making it a highly active area of research. Galaxy mergers are important because the merger rate is a f