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Wizard Nebula NGC 7380, Kanwar Brar
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Wizard Nebula NGC 7380

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Wizard Nebula NGC 7380

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The Wizard Nebula is an emission nebula that surrounds the open star cluster NGC 7380 in the constellation Cepheus. The nebula is known for its unique shape, resembling the appearance of a medieval sorcerer in a pointed hat. The active star forming region lies at a distance of 7,200 light years from Earth. It has a radius of 100 light years

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Wizard Nebula NGC 7380, Kanwar Brar