Celestial hemisphere:  Southern  ·  Constellation: Puppis (Pup)
Cometary Globule CG! , Herbert Walter
Cometary Globule CG!
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Cometary Globule CG!

Cometary Globule CG! , Herbert Walter
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Cometary Globule CG!

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A reflection nebula in the constellation Puppis. Cometary globules (abbreviation: CG) are often the birthplaces of stars, and many show very young stars in their heads. They are typically characterized by dusty heads and elongated tails (therefor they visual similaritiy with comets).

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Cometary Globule CG! , Herbert Walter

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