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NGC 1491 - The Fossil Footprint Nebula, DJ Van Bourgondien
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NGC 1491 - The Fossil Footprint Nebula

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NGC 1491 - The Fossil Footprint Nebula, DJ Van Bourgondien
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NGC 1491 - The Fossil Footprint Nebula

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Located in the constellation of Perseus, approximately 10,000 light years away. The bright glowing area of this nebula is caused by hydrogen gas being energized by massive stars within, causing it to glow. Image seen here in natural RGB tones.

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