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NGC 7380 The Wizard Nebula, Brian Boerma
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NGC 7380 The Wizard Nebula

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NGC 7380 The Wizard Nebula

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NGC 7380 is an open cluster of stars in the constellation of Cepheus. NGC 7380 was discovered by Caroline Herschel in 1787. This is an emission nebula that is estimated to be 8.5 million light years from our sun. Fun fact: is commonly referred to as the Wizard Nebula because the shape of this object resembles that of a sorcerer.

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NGC 7380 The Wizard Nebula, Brian Boerma