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Rosette Nebula
Rosette Nebula. Coloured optical image of the Rosette Nebula (NGC 2237-39). This is a large starbirth region which glows due to ionisation of its gases by radiation from a cluster of hot young stars (NGC 2244) at its centre. The strong stellar winds from these stars also cleared the central hole. This nebula is 100 light years wide and lies 2600 light years from Earth in the constellation Monoceros. This image was made by combining images taken at the emission wavelengths of ionised hydrogen (red), oxygen (green) and sulphur (blue).
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This stunning print captures the mesmerizing beauty of the Rosette Nebula, a vast starbirth region located 2600 light years away from Earth in the constellation Monoceros. The image showcases the colored optical view of this celestial wonder, which spans an impressive width of 100 light years. The ethereal glow emanating from the nebula is a result of ionization caused by radiation emitted by a cluster of hot young stars known as NGC 2244 at its center. These stars not only illuminate the gases within the nebula but also create powerful stellar winds that have cleared out a central hole. To create this breathtaking image, multiple exposures were combined to capture different emission wavelengths. The resulting composition reveals vibrant hues representing ionized hydrogen (red), oxygen (green), and sulfur (blue). As you gaze upon this cosmic masterpiece, it's important to note that this picture should not be used to suggest any endorsement or affiliation with NOAO or any commercial entity. Instead, let your imagination soar as you contemplate the awe-inspiring forces at play in our universe – from stellar formation and evolution to cosmological wonders like open star clusters and nebulas like Rosette Nebula (NGC 2237-39).
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