Orion Nebula
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| Distance to Earth | 1,344 light years |
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| Radius | 12 light years |
| Coordinates | RA 5h 35m 17s | Dec -5° 23′ 28″ |
| Constellation | Orion |
| Apparent dimensions (V) | 65×60 arcmins |
| Did you know | The intricate filaments of dust surrounding M42 and M43 appear brown in the above image, while central glowing gas is highlighted in red. |
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| ID | 895022 |
About Orion Nebula
The Orion Nebula is a diffuse nebula situated in the Milky Way, being south of Orion's Belt in the constellation of Orion. It is one of the brightest nebulae, and is visible to the naked eye in the night sky.
Orion Nebula Photos
