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Messier 78 (M78), Paul Diosomito
Messier 78 (M78)
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Messier 78 (M78)

Messier 78 (M78), Paul Diosomito
Messier 78 (M78)
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Messier 78 (M78)

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One of the most beautiful reflection nebula I’ve ever imaged due to its morphological complexity and comet like blue reflection. It’s proximity to Barnard’s loop made of bright Ha emission makes this target a popular wide frame image as well. Also refers as “Casper the Friendly Ghost” of the heavens. M78 is a stellar nursery of young hot blue stars reflecting off the surrounding dust clouds. 17 Herbig-Haro objects are identified in the nebula. HH are narrow jet steams  associated with new born stars that collide with nearby clouds of gas and dust.

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Messier 78 (M78), Paul Diosomito