Celestial hemisphere:  Northern  ·  Constellation: Cepheus (Cep)
SH2-155 Cave nebula, Andre van der Hoeven
SH2-155 Cave nebula
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SH2-155 Cave nebula

SH2-155 Cave nebula, Andre van der Hoeven
SH2-155 Cave nebula
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SH2-155 Cave nebula

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This image shows SH2-155, also known as the Cave Nebula, Sh2-155 or Caldwell 9, is a dim and very diffuse bright nebula within a larger nebula complex containing emission, reflection, and dark nebulosity. It is located in the constellation Cepheus.



Visually it is a difficult object, but with adequate exposure, makes a striking image. The nebula gets its name Cave Nebula from the dark lane at the eastern side abutting the brightest curve of emission nebulosity which gives the appearance of a deep cave when seen through a telescope visually.

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SH2-155 Cave nebula, Andre van der Hoeven

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