Celestial hemisphere:  Northern  ·  Constellation: Cassiopeia (Cas)  ·  Contains:  IC 1805
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The Heart Nebula, jrtb
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The Heart Nebula

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The Heart Nebula

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The Heart Nebula, also known as IC 1805, is an emission nebula located in the constellation Cassiopeia. Its intricate shape, resembling a human heart, is a result of stellar winds and radiation from massive young stars sculpting the surrounding gas and dust. The nebula is part of a larger star-forming region and is situated around 7,500 light-years away from Earth. The stunning visual appearance of the Heart Nebula makes it a captivating subject for astronomers and space enthusiasts.

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The Heart Nebula, jrtb