Celestial hemisphere:  Northern  ·  Constellation: Cassiopeia (Cas)  ·  Contains:  Bubble Nebula  ·  LBN 533  ·  LBN 536  ·  LBN 537  ·  LBN 540  ·  LBN 542  ·  LBN 543  ·  LBN 544  ·  LBN 547  ·  LBN 548  ·  LBN 549  ·  LDN 1225  ·  LDN 1231  ·  MQ J231220.64+594528.7  ·  MQ J231308.90+614129.2  ·  MQ J231520.34+594039.5  ·  MQ J232047.43+611913.4  ·  MQ J232103.64+612857.6  ·  NGC 7510  ·  NGC 7538  ·  NGC 7635  ·  Sh2-157  ·  Sh2-158  ·  Sh2-159  ·  Sh2-162  ·  WISEA J232026.53+592924.4
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Lobster-Bubble-Little Rosette Nebula, Hunter Outten
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Lobster-Bubble-Little Rosette Nebula

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Lobster-Bubble-Little Rosette Nebula

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  1. Lobster Claw Nebula (NGC 6357): The Lobster Claw Nebula is a vast and complex star-forming region located in the constellation Scorpius. It earned its name due to its resemblance to the pincers of a lobster. This nebula is home to numerous young, massive stars, and it showcases a dynamic interplay of gas and dust, illuminated by the intense radiation and stellar winds from these stars. The Lobster Claw Nebula offers a glimpse into the tumultuous process of star birth and evolution in our galaxy.
  2. Bubble Nebula (NGC 7635): The Bubble Nebula, situated in the constellation Cassiopeia, is a striking emission nebula known for its spherical, bubble-like appearance. This captivating structure is formed by the powerful stellar winds and radiation from a massive, central star, which compresses the surrounding gas and dust into a bubble shape. The Bubble Nebula serves as a visually stunning example of the interplay between massive stars and their surrounding environments.
  3. Little Rosette Nebula: The Little Rosette Nebula, also referred to as NGC 2237, is a smaller and less well-known cousin of the famous Rosette Nebula. It is located in the constellation Monoceros. Similar to the larger Rosette Nebula, the Little Rosette is an emission nebula illuminated by a cluster of young, hot stars at its center. These stars ionize the surrounding hydrogen gas, causing it to emit a reddish glow. Although less prominent than its larger counterpart, the Little Rosette Nebula provides valuable insights into the processes of star formation and the lifecycle of massive stars.

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