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Helix Nebula
This composite image is a view of the colorful Helix Nebula taken with the Advanced Camera for Surveys aboard the Hubble Space Telescope and the Mosaic II Camera on the 4-meter telescope at Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory in Chile. The object is so large that both telescopes were needed to capture a complete view. The Helix is a planetary nebula, the glowing gaseous envelope expelled by a dying, sun-like star. The Helix resembles a simple doughnut as seen from Earth. But looks can be deceiving. New evidence suggests that the Helix consists of two gaseous disks nearly perpendicular to each other
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This stunning print captures the mesmerizing beauty of the Helix Nebula, a planetary nebula located in the Aquarius constellation. The composite image was created by combining observations from two powerful telescopes - the Advanced Camera for Surveys aboard the Hubble Space Telescope and the Mosaic II Camera on the 4-meter telescope at Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory in Chile. The Helix Nebula is an expansive gaseous envelope surrounding a dying star similar to our sun. Its immense size required both telescopes to capture its complete view. From Earth, it appears like a simple doughnut-shaped structure, but appearances can be deceiving. Recent discoveries have revealed that this celestial wonder actually consists of two gaseous disks oriented almost perpendicular to each other. The vibrant colors seen in this image are a result of various gases emitting light as they interact with cosmic dust and interstellar clouds within the nebula. As we gaze upon this scene, we are reminded of the vastness and complexity of our universe. This photograph serves as a testament to the wonders that lie beyond our planet's boundaries, inviting us to ponder on astrophysics, cosmic evolution, and our place within this cosmic halo.
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