The Lupus 3 region in visible and infrared light

An infrared view of the Lupus 3 region
The Lupus 3 region in visible light
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Drag the slider to compare two different views of the Lupus 3 star-forming region. The visible-light image contains data from the VLT Survey Telescope and the MPG/ESO 2.2-metre telescope, and shows dark clouds of dust and bright young stars. The infrared image, obtained with ESO’s VISTA telescope, allows us to see through the dust, revealing hidden objects.

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ESO/Meingast et al./R. Colombari

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Data di rilascio:Giovedì 11 Maggio 2023 14:00
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An infrared view of the Lupus 3 region
An infrared view of the Lupus 3 region
The Lupus 3 region in visible light
The Lupus 3 region in visible light