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LDN 1251 in LRGB, Parag Batavia
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LDN 1251 in LRGB

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LDN 1251 in LRGB, Parag Batavia
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LDN 1251 in LRGB

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LDN 1251 is a dark nebula situated within the Cepheus constellation, approximately 1,000 light years from Earth. Known for its dense, absorbing clouds of dust and gas that block the light of background stars, LDN 1251 is an active site of star formation. The nebula's intricate structures and the interplay of light and shadow create a visual contrast, highlighting the complex processes that govern the birth of stars. This region is also part of a larger complex known as the Cepheus Flare, a diffuse molecular cloud.

Acquired at Utah Desert Remote Observatory

L: 170 x 300s
R: 92 x 300s
G: 90 x 300s
B: 88 x 3002

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LDN 1251 in LRGB, Parag Batavia