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Astronomy Picture from 26/10/2020

Reflections of the Ghost Nebula

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A stunning image of the Ghost Nebula (VdB 141 or Sh2-136), a reflection nebula in the constellation Cepheus. The nebula's ethereal glow, spanning over two light-years, is illuminated by starlight, showcasing intricate structures resembling ghostly figures against a backdrop of countless stars. Located within the Cepheus Flare molecular cloud complex, this celestial apparition is approximately 1,200 light-years away, revealing the early stages of star formation within its dense cores.
April 7, 2025 at 3:01 AM