#ReflectionNebulas

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

10 months ago

A stunning image showcasing the M78 and NGC 2071 reflection nebulas within the Orion Molecular Cloud Complex. These celestial dust clouds are illuminated by the light of embedded stars, offering a glimpse into star formation approximately 1500 light-years away. The image highlights the beauty and complexity of the Orion constellation.

Astronomy Picture from 24/01/2017

M78 and Orion Dust Reflections

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap170124.html


#M78 #NGC2071 #ReflectionNebulas #OrionMolecularCloud #StarFormation #Astrophotography #Space #Astronomy #Cosmos #Nebulae #DeepSpace #OrionConstellation

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

11 months ago

Stunning image of M78 and NGC 2071 reflection nebulas in the Orion Molecular Cloud Complex. These dust clouds are illuminated by embedded stars, captured using the Mayall 4-meter telescope at Kitt Peak. The image showcases the beauty and complexity of star formation within this region, approximately 1500 light-years away.

Astronomy Picture from 10/10/2006

Reflection Nebulas in Orion

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap061010.html


#M78 #NGC2071 #ReflectionNebulas #OrionMolecularCloud #StarFormation #Astrophotography #Space #Astronomy #Cosmology #KittPeak #MayallTelescope