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Optical image of Horsehead Nebula and sur
Horsehead Nebula. Optical image of the area around the Horsehead Nebula (at centre right) in the constellation of Orion. The nebula is seen against the red cloud IC 434. The bright star at centre left, Alnitak, is above the nebula NGC 2024. Interstellar dust is seen bisecting NGC 2024 at its centre. The two small blue reflection nebulae at lower centre are IC 435 (lower of two) and NGC 2023. The image is from the UK Schmidt telescope in Siding Springs, Australia, which is run by the Royal Observatory in Edinburgh, Scotland. The telescope has a 1.8 metre primary mirror and a 1.2 metre correcting lens. North is at centre left
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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of the Horsehead Nebula and its surrounding celestial wonders. Located in the constellation of Orion, this optical image reveals a stunning interplay of colors and cosmic phenomena. At the center right, we are drawn to the enigmatic Horsehead Nebula itself, standing out against the backdrop of IC 434's vibrant red cloud. Just above it shines Alnitak, a brilliant star that adds an ethereal glow to NGC 2024, another nebula nearby. Cutting through NGC 2024 is a trail of interstellar dust, creating a striking visual divide at its core. Intriguingly positioned at lower center are two small blue reflection nebulae: IC 435 (the lower one) and NGC 2023. These delicate formations add depth and complexity to an already awe-inspiring scene. Captured by the UK Schmidt telescope located in Siding Springs, Australia – overseen by Scotland's Royal Observatory in Edinburgh – this image represents a remarkable feat of astronomical exploration. With its impressive primary mirror measuring 1.8 meters and complemented by a correcting lens spanning 1.2 meters, this telescope allows us to witness these celestial marvels with unprecedented clarity. Gazing upon this photograph evokes wonderment as we contemplate our place within the vastness of space while appreciating nature's artistry on display in distant galaxies like Orion's Horsehead Nebula.
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