North America nebula
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North America nebula
North America nebula. North is at top. This nebula (centre left) is named for its resemblance to the continent. It is part of the same nebula as the Pelican nebula (IC 5067-70, centre right), but is separated from it visually by an obscuring lane of dark dust, LDN 935. The nebulae glow red as the hydrogen gas they contain is ionised by radiation from hot stars nearby. The bright star at lower left is Xi Cygni, although this is not the star that ionises the nebulae. The nebulae lie around 1600 light years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus. Photographed by the 1.22-metre Oschin Telescope at Mount Palomar, California, USA
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This print showcases the mesmerizing North America nebula, named for its striking resemblance to the continent itself. Positioned with the north at the top, this nebula resides in the constellation Cygnus and is part of a larger nebula that includes the Pelican nebula (IC 5067-70). However, it is visually separated from its celestial neighbor by a dark dust lane known as LDN 935. The vibrant red glow emitted by these nebulae originates from ionized hydrogen gas, influenced by radiation emitted by nearby hot stars. While Xi Cygni shines brightly in the lower left corner of this image, it is not responsible for ionizing these magnificent formations. Located approximately 1600 light years away from Earth, this awe-inspiring sight was captured using the powerful 1.22-meter Oschin Telescope situated at Mount Palomar in California, USA. This photograph beautifully illustrates various elements of astrophysics and astronomy including star birth, stellar formation, emission nebulas, and dark nebulas. Presented by Science Photo Library without any commercial intentions or affiliations with companies utilizing similar names; this extraordinary print invites viewers to delve into the wonders of our universe and ponder upon its evolution through space and time.
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