The Medusa Nebula in the constellation of Gemini
This chart shows the famous zodiacal constellation of Gemini (The Twins). All the stars that can be seen easily with the naked eye on a dark clear night are shown. The position of the Medusa Nebula is indicated. This large and beautiful planetary nebula is unfortunately too faint to be seen in small telescopes and only reveals its structure in photographs.
Credit:ESO, IAU and Sky & Telescope
About the Image
Id: | eso1520b |
Type: | Artwork |
Release date: | 20 May 2015, 12:00 |
Related releases: | eso1520 |
Size: | 3338 x 3354 px |
About the Object
Name: | Abell 21, Medusa Nebula, Sharpless 2-274 |
Type: | Unspecified : Sky Phenomenon : Night Sky : Constellation |
Category: | Illustrations |