Celestial hemisphere:  Northern  ·  Constellation: Vulpecula (Vul)  ·  Contains:  NGC 6823
NGC 6823, Alex Dean
NGC 6823
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NGC 6823

NGC 6823, Alex Dean
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NGC 6823

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NGC 6823 another molecular cloud, aka nebula. Similar to the Pillars of creation just not as well documented. Open star cluster about 50 light-years across and lies about 6,000 light-years away. The centre of the cluster formed about two million years ago and is dominated in brightness by a host of bright young blue stars. Outer parts of the cluster contain even younger stars. It forms the core of the Vulpecula OB1 stellar association.

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NGC 6823, Alex Dean