A stunning image of the Veil Nebula (NGC 6979), also known as the Cygnus Loop, showcasing its intricate filaments of glowing gas in red and blue hues. This supernova remnant, spanning six times the diameter of the full moon, is a breathtaking testament to the explosive death of a massive star, light from which reached Earth over 5,000 years ago. The image highlights the wispy structure, often called Pickering's Triangle or more accurately Fleming's Triangular Wisp, a testament to the celestial wonders discovered by early female astronomers.
Astronomy Picture from 21/11/2023
Fleming's Triangular Wisp
Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap231121.html
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