Celestial hemisphere:  Southern  ·  Constellation: Orion (Ori)  ·  Contains:  Flame Nebula  ·  IC 434  ·  NGC 2023  ·  Orion B
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IC434 The Horsehead Nebula (Barnard 33) & NGC 2023, Prodromos
IC434 The Horsehead Nebula (Barnard 33) & NGC 2023
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IC434 The Horsehead Nebula (Barnard 33) & NGC 2023

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IC434 The Horsehead Nebula (Barnard 33) & NGC 2023, Prodromos
IC434 The Horsehead Nebula (Barnard 33) & NGC 2023
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IC434 The Horsehead Nebula (Barnard 33) & NGC 2023

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The Horsehead Nebula, also known as Barnard 33, is a dark nebula situated in the Orion Molecular Cloud Complex, approximately 1,500 light-years away from Earth. Its distinctive shape, resembling a horse's head, is caused by obscuring dust and gas in front of the bright nebula IC 434. The nebula is a complex interstellar structure, primarily composed of hydrogen gas and dust. The intense radiation from nearby stars illuminates the surrounding regions, highlighting the dark silhouette of the Horsehead against the vibrant background. This cosmic formation is a fascinating element within the vast tapestry of the Orion constellation, offering astronomers valuable insights into the processes of star formation and the interplay of light and matter in our galaxy.

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IC434 The Horsehead Nebula (Barnard 33) & NGC 2023, Prodromos

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