The Prawn Nebula IC 4628 in the constellation of Scorpius
This chart shows the prominent constellation of Scorpius (The Scorpion). Most of the stars that can be seen in a dark sky with the unaided eye are marked. The location of the star formation region called the Prawn Nebula (IC 4628) is indicated with a red circle. This cloud appears large but is very faint and cannot be seen visually with a small telescope.
Credit:ESO, IAU and Sky and Telescope
About the Image
Id: | eso1340d |
Type: | Artwork |
Release date: | 18 September 2013, 12:00 |
Related releases: | eso1535, eso1340 |
Size: | 3338 x 4278 px |
About the Object
Name: | IC 4628 |
Type: | Milky Way : Sky Phenomenon : Night Sky : Constellation |
Distance: | 6000 light years |
Category: | Illustrations |
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