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NGC1999 [RGB], Dean Carr
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NGC1999 [RGB]

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NGC1999 [RGB]

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NGC1999 is a bright reflection nebula in the constellation of Orion. It surrounds a dark patch of (apparently) empty space, with gas and dust blown away by nearby stars.  In turn, NGC1999 is surrounded by a great deal of emissive nebulosity.

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NGC1999 [RGB], Dean Carr