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Orions Belt
Orions Belt. Optical image of the three bright stars making up Orions Belt in the constellation of Orion. North is at top. Forming a straight line from upper right to lower left, the stars are: Mintaka (Delta Orionis), Alnilam (Epsilon Orionis) and Alnitak (Zeta Orionis). There are two bright emission nebulae (red) near Alnitak at lower left. The Flame Nebula (NGC 2024, pink, left of Altinak) is bisected by a dark lane of dust. Below Altinak is the Horsehead Nebula (Barnard 33), a lane of dark dust extending over the emission nebula IC 434 (red). The red glows are due to the ionisation of hydrogen by radiation from nearby stars
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This print captures the mesmerizing beauty of Orions Belt, a trio of bright stars that form a straight line in the constellation of Orion. The image showcases Mintaka (Delta Orionis), Alnilam (Epsilon Orionis), and Alnitak (Zeta Orionis) shining brightly against a backdrop of a starry night sky. As we gaze at this celestial wonder, our eyes are drawn to two vibrant emission nebulae near Alnitak, emanating a striking red hue. On the left side, we can spot the Flame Nebula (NGC 2024), adorned with delicate pink tones and intersected by a dark lane of dust. Just below lies the Horsehead Nebula (Barnard 33), characterized by its distinctive shape resembling that of a horse's head, extending over the red emission nebula IC 434. The ethereal glows in this photograph result from hydrogen ionization caused by radiation emitted from nearby stars. Amidst this cosmic dance between light and darkness, we witness the intricate interplay between stellar formations and interstellar matter. This awe-inspiring snapshot offers us an opportunity to delve into the realms of astrophysics and cosmology as we explore these celestial wonders within our vast universe. With its rich details and profound symbolism, this image serves as both an artistic masterpiece and an invaluable scientific resource for those fascinated by our ever-expanding knowledge of space exploration.
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