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NGC 281 starbirth region, optical image C017 / 3732
NGC 281 starbirth region, optical image. Also called the Pacman Nebula, this is a region of active star formation 9, 200 light years from Earth in the constellation Cassiopeia. The nebula is dominated by a cluster of X-ray emitting high-mass stars, ones that contain eight times the Suns mass or more. Powerful stellar winds from these stars have shaped the gas and dust of the surrounding nebulae. Imaged by the 0.9M telescope of the West Mountain Observatory, Utah, USA
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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of the NGC 281 starbirth region, also known as the Pacman Nebula. Located approximately 9,200 light years away from Earth in the constellation Cassiopeia, this celestial wonder is a hotbed of active star formation. The image was captured by the powerful 0.9M telescope at West Mountain Observatory in Utah, USA. The Pacman Nebula is dominated by a cluster of high-mass stars that emit X-rays and possess an astonishing mass eight times greater than our Sun's. These massive stars generate intense stellar winds that have sculpted and shaped the surrounding gas and dust clouds within the nebulae. The photograph reveals intricate patterns formed by ionized gases and dust particles illuminated by these stellar powerhouses. It offers a glimpse into a cosmic nursery where new stars are born amidst swirling clouds of interstellar matter. Robert Gendler's expertise behind this stunning optical image allows us to appreciate both the grandeur and delicate details present in NGC 281. This awe-inspiring snapshot serves as a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of understanding our vast universe through astronomical exploration and astrophysical research.
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