Globular cluster M13, HST image

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Globular cluster M13, HST image

Globular cluster M13. Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image of hundreds of thousands of stars making up the globular cluster M13. This is one of the brightest and best-known globular clusters in the northern sky. M13 is located in the constellation of Hercules and is around 25, 000 light years from Earth. The area seen here is around 36 light years across. This image is a composite of observations made in 1999, 2000, 2005 and 2006, using the HSTs Wide Field Planetary Camera 2 (WFPC2) and the Advanced Camera for Surveys (ACS)

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This stunning print captures the mesmerizing beauty of Globular cluster M13, as seen through the lens of the Hubble Space Telescope (HST). Composed of hundreds of thousands of stars, this globular cluster is renowned for its brilliance and is one of the most well-known in the northern sky. Located approximately 25,000 light years away from Earth within the constellation Hercules, M13 spans an impressive area across space measuring around 36 light years. The composite image presented here combines observations made by HST's Wide Field Planetary Camera 2 (WFPC2) and Advanced Camera for Surveys (ACS) over a span of several years - 1999,2000,2005, and 2006. The result is a captivating visual representation that showcases both the circular arrangement and multitude of stars within this celestial wonder. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are reminded once again of our place in the vastness of our universe. Each star depicted represents a unique stellar entity with its own story to tell. This awe-inspiring image serves as a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit to unravel the mysteries hidden among these distant cosmic objects. Captured by Science Photo Library exclusively for scientific purposes rather than commercial use, this extraordinary print invites us to marvel at the wonders that lie beyond our earthly realm while igniting curiosity about what other secrets await discovery in deep space.

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