IC1318 (Edward Overstreet)

Celestial hemisphere: Northern · Constellation: Cygnus (Cyg) · Contains: HD192869 · HD193116 · HD193594 · HD228507 · HD228514 · HD228530 · HD228572 · HD228621 · HD228634 · HD228653 · HD228680 · HD228704 · HD228718 · HD228734 · HD228742 · HD228747 · HD228786 · HD228787 · HD228796 · HD228816 · HD228817 · HD228837 · HD228838 · HD228844 · HD228864 · HD228871 · HD228872 · HD228924 · HD228925 · HD228926 · And 4 more.

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IC1318

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Link: https://www.youtube.com/@nightskyimaging/streams

Link to TIFF/FITS: http://www.nightskyimager.com

IC 1318, also known as the Sadr region or the Gamma Cygni Nebula, is an emission nebula located in the constellation Cygnus. It is a vast cloud of ionized hydrogen gas, illuminated by the bright star Gamma Cygni (also known as Sadr) at its center. The nebula spans over 100 light-years and is situated at a distance of approximately 3,000 light-years from Earth.IC 1318 is part of a larger complex of interstellar gas and dust known as the Cygnus X region, which is one of the most active star-forming regions in our galaxy. Within IC 1318, new stars are being born from the dense pockets of gas and dust, creating a stunning display of glowing gas and intricate structures.The nebula exhibits a rich tapestry of colors, ranging from vibrant reds, pinks, and blues, which are characteristic of ionized hydrogen gas. These colors are a result of the intense ultraviolet radiation emitted by young, hot stars within the nebula. Additionally, dark lanes of dust can be seen, casting shadows against the glowing gas, adding to the intricate beauty of the region.

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Status	Advanced success
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Astrometry.net job	7966472
PixInsight job	H1ROBUCUWM7EKLJ18DF658KJDGXF5RZJ
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PixInsight stage	TASK_LOG

RA (center)	20h17m21s.70
RA (top/left)	20h13m49s.10
RA (top/right)	20h18m59s.19
RA (bottom/right)	20h20m56s.50
RA (bottom/left)	20h15m42s.29

Dec (center)	+41°48′37″.4
Dec (top/left)	+41°29′36″.10
Dec (top/right)	+41°08′32″.3
Dec (bottom/right)	+42°07′12″.3
Dec (bottom/left)	+42°28′35″.8

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