California nebula (NGC 1499)
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California nebula (NGC 1499)
California nebula (NGC 1499). North is at top. This is a huge cloud of gas that glows as the hydrogen it contains is ionised by radiation from the hot star Menkib (Xi Persei, centre right). The California nebula is named for its shape when seen with north at left, when its shape resembles that of the US state. Photographed by the 1.22-metre Oschin Telescope at Mount Palomar Observatory, aptly in California, USA
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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of the California Nebula (NGC 1499), a vast cloud of gas that illuminates as its hydrogen atoms become ionized by the intense radiation emitted from Menkib, a scorching hot star located at the center-right. The image, taken by the renowned 1.22-meter Oschin Telescope at Mount Palomar Observatory in California, USA, perfectly captures this celestial wonder. The nebula derives its name from its distinctive shape resembling that of the US state when viewed with north positioned to the left. Its sprawling expanse and intricate patterns make it an awe-inspiring sight for astronomers and stargazers alike. Within this cosmic masterpiece lies a profound story of stellar evolution and birth. As new stars form within these dense pockets of gas and dust, their radiant energy shapes and molds their surroundings into breathtaking nebulosities like NGC 1499. This emission nebula also qualifies as an HII region due to its high concentration of ionized hydrogen. Science Photo Library has masterfully captured this extraordinary phenomenon through their lens, allowing us to marvel at nature's artistic prowess in shaping our universe. Let this remarkable print serve as a reminder of humanity's insatiable curiosity about our cosmos and our relentless pursuit to unravel its mysteries through astrophysics and astronomical exploration.
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