Celestial hemisphere:  Southern  ·  Constellation: Puppis (Pup)
North Ridge of BBW56, John Ebersole
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North Ridge of BBW56

North Ridge of BBW56, John Ebersole
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North Ridge of BBW56

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Continuing on the theme of cometary globules, I return to probably the largest in the Gum nebula, BBW56, in a close-up of its north ridge. With enhanced resolution, one begins to appreciate better the beautiful complexity of its stellar wind-blown structure. Although I like false color palettes, like that shown for CG 30-31, I believe good old-fashioned Ha grayscale provides the best medium for these globules. Enjoy.

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North Ridge of BBW56, John Ebersole