M 78 - Casper the Friendly Ghost Nebula (Indy Backyard Astro)

Celestial hemisphere: Northern · Constellation: Orion (Ori) · Contains: HD290862 · HD38563 · LBN 938 · LBN 939 · M 78 · NGC 2064 · NGC 2067 · NGC 2068 · NGC 2071 · VdB60

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M 78 - Casper the Friendly Ghost Nebula

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M 78 - Casper the Friendly Ghost Nebula

M78, also known as the Messier 78 or NGC 2068, is a fascinating astronomical object located in the constellation Orion. This celestial wonder is a reflection nebula, meaning it does not emit its own light but instead reflects the light from nearby stars.Imagine M78 as a cosmic mirror, reflecting the brilliance of nearby stars like a shimmering cloud in space. The nebula's striking appearance is mainly due to the scattering of starlight by tiny dust particles. These particles, similar to cosmic glitter, create a beautiful glow that captivates astronomers and stargazers alike.M78 is a stellar nursery, playing a crucial role in the formation of new stars. Within its ethereal embrace, dense regions of gas and dust collapse under the influence of gravity, eventually giving birth to hot, young stars. This cosmic cradle provides a glimpse into the dynamic processes shaping our universe.

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RA (center)	05h46m50s.850
RA (top/left)	05h46m24s.200
RA (top/right)	05h45m39s.556
RA (bottom/right)	05h47m15s.902
RA (bottom/left)	05h48m00s.481

Dec (center)	+00°07′26″.41
Dec (top/left)	+00°28′51″.94
Dec (top/right)	-00°06′23″.75
Dec (bottom/right)	-00°14′00″.20
Dec (bottom/left)	+00°21′16″.73

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