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#Messier15 #M15 #GlobularCluster #DeepSkyAstro #InterstellarDust #CirrusNebula #Astrofotografie #PixInsight #ASA12N #Touptek2600MM #WAA #Hakos #ArtOfPix #ArtOfPixAstro #NamibiaSky
A dramatic image captures the separation of solid rocket boosters from a Delta II rocket during the launch of the Stardust mission. The boosters are seen receding against a backdrop of Earth, with fiery exhaust plumes clearly visible. The image showcases the power and spectacle of space exploration.
Astronomy Picture from 05/04/1999
The Launch of STARDUST
Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap990405.html
#NASA #SpaceLaunch #DeltaII #STARDUST #CometWild #InterstellarDust #RocketScience #SpaceExploration #Astronomy
Today in the Mind Meld, @ceejthehudson.bsky.social comes by to discuss the Kickstarter for the #InterstellarDust Omnibus!
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Stunning image of the Iris Nebula (NGC 7023) in the constellation Cepheus. This reflection nebula, 1300 light-years away, displays vibrant blue hues from starlight reflecting off dust grains, with reddish photoluminescence in central filaments. The nebula's structure resembles a flower, spanning six light-years, and contains complex carbon molecules (PAHs). Credit: R. Shepherd.
Astronomy Picture from 25/07/2024
NGC 7023: The Iris Nebula
Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap240725.html
#IrisNebula #NGC7023 #Cepheus #ReflectionNebula #Space #Astronomy #AstroPhotography #CosmicFlower #Nebula #Starlight #DeepSpace #PAHs #InterstellarDust
A breathtaking image of the central region of nebula IC 4603, showcasing its striking resemblance to an impressionistic painting. The vibrant blues and reds are caused by interstellar dust reflecting and scattering starlight, creating a cosmic masterpiece. The bright star SAO 184376 illuminates the blue reflection nebula, while the red hues are due to nebular gas emissions. This stunning celestial scene is located near the bright star Antares in the constellation Ophiuchus.
Astronomy Picture from 23/07/2014
IC 4603: Reflection Nebula in Ophiuchius
Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap140723.html
#CosmicArt #InterstellarDust #NebulaIC4603 #ReflectionNebula #SpacePainting #AstronomyPhotography #StarryNight #DeepSpace #Astrophotography #OphiuchusConstellation
A breathtaking image of NGC 6188, a vibrant nebula 4000 light-years away. The image showcases the striking contrast of blue reflected light from young stars, red glowing hydrogen gas, and dark, obscuring dust. The open cluster NGC 6193, a rich source of binary stars, is prominently featured within this cosmic masterpiece. This stunning view is a testament to the beauty and complexity of star formation within our galaxy.
Astronomy Picture from 25/08/1999
Reflections on NGC 6188
Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap990825.html
#NGC6188 #AraOB1 #StarCluster #Nebula #Astronomy #Space #Cosmos #DeepSpace #AstroPhotography #MilkyWay #StellarNursery #OpenCluster #HydrogenGas #InterstellarDust
A stunning image of the Pipe Nebula in the Ophiuchus constellation, showcasing its dark, obscuring dust clouds silhouetted against a vibrant backdrop of stars in the Milky Way galaxy. This wide-field view captures the nebula's unique shape, resembling a pipe, and its intricate details. The image reveals the dense cores of gas and dust within the nebula, where stars are actively forming, at a distance of approximately 450 light-years from Earth.
Astronomy Picture from 22/05/2009
East of Antares
Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap090522.html
#PipeNebula #DarkNebula #MilkyWay #Ophiuchus #Barnard #InterstellarDust #Astrophotography #DeepSky #Space #Astronomy #Cosmology #StarFormation #ChileanSkies
Astronomers unveil 1st 3D map of Milky Way interstellar dust properties yespunjab.com?p=103099
#Astronomy #MilkyWay #3DMap #SpaceExploration #InterstellarDust #NASA #Cosmos #ScientificBreakthrough #Astrophysics #SpaceNews
Stunning image of the often-overlooked reflection nebulae NGC 1977, NGC 1975, and NGC 1973 in Orion. These nebulae, located near the brighter Orion Nebula, showcase the blue reflection of interstellar dust illuminated by hot young stars. Dark regions within the nebulae create the illusion of a running man. A portion of the Orion Nebula is visible at the bottom of the image. The entire scene is approximately 1,500 light-years away.
Astronomy Picture from 19/12/2014
Reflections on the 1970s
Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap141219.html
#OrionNebula #ReflectionNebulae #NGC1977 #NGC1975 #NGC1973 #Astrophotography #Space #Cosmos #DeepSpace #RunningManNebula #InterstellarDust #Astronomy #Nebulae #Orion #Stars
Panoramic view of NGC 4631, also known as the Whale Galaxy, a spiral galaxy seen edge-on. Its resemblance to our Milky Way is striking. The image showcases dark dust lanes and bright blue star clusters within the galaxy's 140,000 light-year span. Located in the constellation Canes Venatici.
Astronomy Picture from 17/05/2010
Panorama of the Whale Galaxy
Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap100517.html
#NGC4631 #WhaleGalaxy #SpiralGalaxy #EdgeOnGalaxy #Astrophotography #Space #Cosmology #Astronomy #Galaxy #DeepSpace #CanesVenatici #MilkyWay #InterstellarDust #StarClusters
A split image showcasing the "coreshine" phenomenon in the Lynds 183 nebula. The left panel (3.6 microns) reveals a bright, elongated core reflecting infrared starlight, while the right panel (8.0 microns) shows the same core appearing dark. This discovery suggests larger-than-expected dust grains in interstellar clouds, impacting our understanding of star and planet formation. The nebula is located 325 light-years away in the constellation Serpens.
Astronomy Picture from 30/09/2010
Coreshine from a Dark Cloud
Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap100930.html
#Coreshine #InfraredAstronomy #StarFormation #InterstellarDust #SpitzerSpaceTelescope #Lynds183 #Nebula #AstronomyImage #SpaceScience #Astrophysics #DustGrains #StarBirth
New Images of Interstellar Dust Look Like Something Out of a Dream #Science #Space #Astrophysics #InterstellarDust #Astrophotography #SpaceExploration
