Open Cluster Collection

Open star cluster NGC 290. This cluster of young stars lies in the Small Magellanic Cloud, a dwarf galaxy orbiting our Milky Way

Pleiades star cluster (M45), Hubble Space Telescope image

Carina nebula (NGC 3372), optical image C017 / 3741
Carina nebula (NGC 3372), optical image. This is an emission nebula, a huge cloud of gas and dust that glows as the hydrogen it contains is ionised by radiation from the hot young stars that have

Spectrum of Pleiades
Spectrum of the Pleiades. Visible light spectrum of stars in the Pleiades open cluster. The spectrum is created by allowing light exiting a telescope to pass though a prism

Star cluster

Optical image of the open star cluster IC 2602
Open star cluster IC 2602. True-colour optical image of the open star cluster IC 2602 (far right) in the constellation Carina

Optical image of open star cluster NGC 6231
Star cluster NGC 6231. True-colour optical image of the open star cluster NGC 6231 (upper centre) in the constellation Scorpius

Optical image of the Perseus double star cluster
Perseus double cluster. True-colour optical image of the Perseus double star cluster. These open star clusters, Chi Persei (NGC 884, centre left) and h Persei (NGC 869, centre right)

Optical image of the star cluster IC 2391 in Vela
Open star cluster IC 2391. True-colour optical image of the open star cluster IC 2391 in the constellation Vela. The brightest star in the cluster is Omicron Velorum (upper centre)

Emission nebulae IC 1848 and IC 1805
Emission nebulae IC 1805 and IC 1848. North is at top. These nebulae are also known as the Heart and Soul nebulae. The Soul nebula (IC 1848) is at lower left

Optical image of the open star cluster NGC 6124
Open star cluster NGC 6124. True-colour optical image of the open star cluster NGC 6124 in the constellation Scorpius. Open star clusters such as this one are believed to contain stars which all

Open star cluster NGC 2451. True-colour optical image of the open star cluster NGC 2451 in the constellation Puppis. Open clusters such as this one are believed to contain stars which all formed

Star cluster NGC 2477
Open star cluster NGC 2477. True-colour optical image of the open star cluster NGC 2477 (upper centre) in the constellation Puppis

Bubble nebula and surrounding nebulae
Bubble nebula (NGC 7635) with surrounding nebulosity. North is at top. The Bubble itself is in the bright orange patch just left of centre, just left of the bright blue star

View of the planet Venus and the Pleiades

Pleiades emission spectra. These multicoloured bands are obtained by recording what wavelengths of light (each seen as a different colour) are emitted by each star in the open cluster Pleiades

Christmas Tree Cluster (NGC 2264)
Christmas Tree cluster (NGC 2264), optical image. This nebula, also known as the Cone Mosaic nebula, consists of clouds of dust

Open star cluster M11. It is also known as the Wild Duck cluster. *** THIS PICTURE MAY NOT BE USED TO STATE OR IMPLY NOAO ENDORSEMENT OF ANY COMPANY OR PRODUCT ***

Moon, Jupiter and Praesepe cluster (M44), optical image. High clouds in the upper part of the image are illuminated by the waning crescent Moon

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"Exploring the Mysteries of Open Clusters in the Cosmos" Open star clusters, such as NGC 290 and Pleiades (M45), offer a captivating glimpse into the vastness of our universe. These clusters, composed of hundreds or even thousands of stars bound together by gravity, hold secrets waiting to be unraveled. One remarkable example is the Carina Nebula (NGC 3372), beautifully captured in an optical image labeled C017/3741. Within this nebula lies a mesmerizing open cluster that illuminates its surroundings with stellar brilliance. The spectrum analysis of Pleiades reveals intriguing details about its composition and evolution. The enchanting sight of a star cluster, like IC 2602 or NGC 6231, showcases nature's artistic prowess. Through powerful telescopes, we witness countless stars congregating together against the backdrop of infinite space. Similarly captivating is Perseus double star cluster - a celestial duo that captivates astronomers and stargazers alike. Venturing further into Vela constellation unveils yet another spectacle - the star cluster IC 2391 surrounded by emission nebulae IC 1848 and IC 1805. This optical image captures their ethereal beauty as they intertwine amidst cosmic dust clouds. These open clusters serve as celestial laboratories for scientists to study stellar formation and evolution processes. By examining their properties, astronomers gain insights into how stars are born from collapsing gas clouds and how they evolve over time. As we explore these open clusters scattered throughout our galaxy and beyond, we come closer to understanding the intricate workings of our universe. Each optical image provides us with a window into distant realms where new stars are born while others meet their fiery end. Intriguingly complex yet undeniably breathtaking, open clusters continue to fascinate both professional astronomers and amateur stargazers alike. They remind us that within this vast expanse lie wonders beyond our imagination, waiting to be discovered and admired.