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Tarantula Nebula, composite image
Tarantula Nebula (30 Doradus). Combined optical and infrared image of the large star-forming region known as the Tarantula Nebula. This nebula is is 170, 000 light years from Earth, in the constellation of Dorado. It is part of the Large Magellanic Cloud, a small satellite galaxy of our Milky Way. Image data obtained with the Advanced Camera for Surveys (ACS) and Wide Field Camera 3 (WFC3) instruments of the Hubble Space Telescope (HST). Glowing hydrogen and oxygen are revealed by observations made with the Wide Field Imager (WFI) on the ground-based MPG/ESO 2.2-metre telescope. Image published in 2012
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2012 Advanced Camera For Surveys Astrophysical Astrophysics Composite Dust Forming Glowing Hubble Space Telescope Hydrogen Infrared Large Magellanic Cloud Nebula Optical Oxygen Space Telescope Star Formation Starbirth Starbirth Region Stellar Evolution Tarantula Nebula Universe Visible Wfc3 Wide Field Camera 3 30 Doradus Dorado
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This print showcases the mesmerizing Tarantula Nebula, a stunning composite image that combines both optical and infrared observations. Located approximately 170,000 light years away from Earth in the constellation of Dorado, this massive star-forming region is part of the Large Magellanic Cloud – a satellite galaxy of our Milky Way. Captured by the remarkable Hubble Space Telescope's Advanced Camera for Surveys (ACS) and Wide Field Camera 3 (WFC3), this image beautifully reveals glowing hydrogen and oxygen emissions. The ground-based MPG/ESO 2.2-metre telescope's Wide Field Imager (WFI) also contributed to capturing these breathtaking details. Published in 2012, this photograph not only offers a glimpse into the vastness of our universe but also provides valuable insights into astrophysics and stellar evolution. The Tarantula Nebula serves as an active starbirth region where interstellar gas and dust come together to create new stars. With its intricate patterns and vibrant colors, this image invites us to marvel at the wonders of space exploration while igniting our curiosity about what lies beyond our own galaxy. It reminds us that there is still so much left to discover in the infinite expanse of the cosmos. This awe-inspiring print from Science Photo Library captures both the beauty and scientific significance of one of nature's most extraordinary creations – showcasing how artistry can intertwine with astrophysical knowledge to inspire wonderment among all who gaze upon it.
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