Celestial hemisphere:  Southern  ·  Constellation: Scorpius (Sco)  ·  Contains:  HD152559  ·  HD152590  ·  HD152591  ·  HD152622  ·  HD152623  ·  HD152667  ·  HD152723  ·  HD152902  ·  HD322409  ·  IC 4628

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    The Prawn Nebula IC 4628, Daniel Stern
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    The Prawn Nebula IC 4628

    Image of the day 09/14/2023

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      The Prawn Nebula IC 4628, Daniel Stern
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      The Prawn Nebula IC 4628

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      IC 4628, also known as the Prawn Nebula, is a fascinating emission nebula located in the constellation Scorpius. Spanning approximately 250 light-years, it showcases intricate structures and vibrant colors due to the ionized gas and young, massive stars within it. This celestial beauty offers a captivating glimpse into the birth and evolution of stars.

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      The Prawn Nebula IC 4628, Daniel Stern