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M-76 (NGCs 650-651) The "Little Dumbbell" Nebula, Stargazer66207
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M-76 (NGCs 650-651) The "Little Dumbbell" Nebula

M-76 (NGCs 650-651) The "Little Dumbbell" Nebula, Stargazer66207
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M-76 (NGCs 650-651) The "Little Dumbbell" Nebula

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M-76 is a small planetary nebula located in the constellation of Perseus. Discovered by Mechain in 1780 and added to Messier's catalog as number 76. It lies 2500 light years from Earth and is 1.5 light years in diameter.

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M-76 (NGCs 650-651) The "Little Dumbbell" Nebula, Stargazer66207

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