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Horsehead Nebula in Orion draws fresh attention
Original: One of the most iconic shapes in the night sky: the Horsehead Nebula. It's a dark cloud of gas and dust about 1,375 ligh
Astronomy enthusiasts are sharing images and facts about the Horsehead Nebula, the iconic dark cloud of gas and dust about 1,375 light-years away in the constellation Orion. The nebula is silhouetted against glowing hydrogen gas and is a stellar nursery where new stars are forming. It was first spotted in 1888, and posts describe it as one of the most recognisable shapes in the night sky.
Why now: Striking images and facts about a famous nebula are circulating among space enthusiasts.
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