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Orion (Kranz)

Orion (Kranz)


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Orion (Kranz)

A star-filled sky, featuring the constellation of Orion

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Constellation Featuring Filled Groups Named Orion Phenomena Space Stars


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Orion, also known as M42 or the Orion Nebula, is a magnificent celestial sight that has captivated stargazers for centuries. This breathtaking photograph print, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, showcases the iconic constellation of Orion against a backdrop of a star-filled sky. Orion, with its distinctive three-star belt and several bright, blue-hued stars, is a prominent feature in the winter night sky in the Northern Hemisphere. The constellation of Orion, named after the legendary Greek hunter, has a rich history that dates back to ancient civilizations. The ancient Greeks believed that Orion was a giant hunter who was killed by a scorpion sent by the goddess Artemis. In Egyptian mythology, Orion was seen as a god of the dead. This photograph, taken circa 1900, offers a natural and unaltered view of the night sky, showcasing the historical significance of Orion as a named phenomena in the cosmos. The stars in the constellation are grouped together in a recognizable pattern, making it an easy target for amateur and professional astronomers alike. The Orion Nebula, located in the Milky Way, is a diffuse nebula situated in the constellation of Orion. It is one of the most famous and most studied celestial objects in the night sky. The nebula is a stellar nursery, where new stars are born from the collapsing gas and dust clouds. The bright, glowing area in the photograph is the result of the ionization of the gas in the nebula by the radiation from the nearby stars. This photograph print is a testament to the enduring fascination of the night sky and the constellations that inhabit it. It invites us to look up and marvel at the wonders of the universe, and to explore the rich history and scientific discoveries that lie within.

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