Celestial hemisphere:  Southern  ·  Constellation: Aquarius (Aqr)  ·  Contains:  Helix Nebula  ·  NGC 7293
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Helix Nebula - NGC 7293, jhawn
Helix Nebula - NGC 7293
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Helix Nebula - NGC 7293

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Helix Nebula - NGC 7293, jhawn
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Helix Nebula - NGC 7293

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The Helix Nebula is a visually impressive planetary nebula situated in the constellation of Aquarius at a distance of approximately 650 light years.  An energetic central star is responsible for fluorescing surrounding gases in a colorful display of striking red and green hues.

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Helix Nebula - NGC 7293, jhawn