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Tarantula Nebula (NGC 2070), Bruno Rota Sargi
Tarantula Nebula (NGC 2070)
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Tarantula Nebula (NGC 2070)

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Tarantula Nebula (NGC 2070)

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The NGC 2070 Nebula, also known as the Tarantula Nebula, is a vast star-forming region located in the Large Magellanic Cloud, a satellite galaxy of the Milky Way. It is notable for the R136 star cluster at its center, which hosts some of the most massive and brightest stars known. The nebula is one of the largest star-forming areas, with intense activity and radiation shaping its structure. Studies provide insights into star formation, the dynamics of the nebula, and the evolution of stars within it.

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Tarantula Nebula (NGC 2070), Bruno Rota Sargi