Celestial hemisphere:  Northern  ·  Constellation: Auriga (Aur)  ·  Contains:  NGC 1893
Tadpole Nebula - IC 410, Prabhakaran
Tadpole Nebula - IC 410
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Tadpole Nebula - IC 410

Tadpole Nebula - IC 410, Prabhakaran
Tadpole Nebula - IC 410
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Tadpole Nebula - IC 410

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IC 410, also known as the Tadpole Nebula, is a captivating emission nebula located in the constellation Auriga. In this narrowband image IC 410 reveals its ethereal beauty in a palette of hydrogen-alpha, sulfur, and oxygen wavelengths. This celestial beauty is characterized by its distinctive tadpole-like shape, formed by a bright cluster of newborn stars at its head and a long, trailing tail of gas and dust extending over 10 light-years. The cluster's intense radiation energizes the surrounding hydrogen gas, causing it to glow with a mesmerizing pink hue. This stellar nursery, situated approximately 12,000 light-years away, offers a stunning glimpse into the dynamic process of star formation. IC 410 serves as a testament to the intricate interplay between cosmic forces, showcasing the birth and evolution of stars in our vast and awe-inspiring universe.

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Tadpole Nebula - IC 410, Prabhakaran

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