Celestial hemisphere:  Northern  ·  Constellation: Cassiopeia (Cas)  ·  Contains:  IC 1795  ·  IC 1805  ·  LBN 646  ·  LBN 647  ·  LBN 648  ·  LBN 654  ·  LBN 655  ·  LBN 656  ·  LBN 657  ·  LDN 1361  ·  LDN 1362  ·  LDN 1363  ·  LDN 1364  ·  LDN 1365  ·  LDN 1366  ·  LDN 1367  ·  LDN 1368  ·  LDN 1369  ·  LDN 1370  ·  LDN 1371  ·  LDN 1372  ·  LDN 1373  ·  MQ J023901.99+610925.7  ·  PGC 138524  ·  PGC 2797052  ·  PGC 2797053  ·  Sh2-190  ·  WISEA J023119.06+615422.0  ·  WISEA J023605.52+612205.3  ·  WISEA J023617.05+605031.6  ·  And 5 more.
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IC 1805 - Heart Nebula, Hunter Outten
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IC 1805 - Heart Nebula, Hunter Outten
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IC 1805, also known as the Heart Nebula, is a captivating emission nebula located in the constellation Cassiopeia. Its distinctive shape resembles a heart, making it a popular target for astronomers and astrophotographers alike. This celestial wonder is characterized by its rich clouds of glowing hydrogen gas, which are energized by the radiation of nearby young stars, creating a striking contrast of vibrant red hues against the dark backdrop of space.

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