30 Apr 2024
Nestled in the constellation Serpens, the M16 Nebula, also known as the Eagle Nebula, is a stunning celestial wonder. This vast star-forming region, located 5,700 light-years away, is a cosmic nursery where new stars are born from the dense clouds of gas and dust. The iconic « Pillars of Creation, » captured by the Hubble Space Telescope, reveal towering columns of interstellar matter sculpted by intense radiation and stellar winds. This breathtaking nebula serves as a vivid reminder of the ongoing cycle of stellar birth and death that shapes the ever-evolving tapestry of our universe.
M16
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Filter | Avg Exp (s) | Total Exposure | Subframes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halpha | 791 | 4h50m | 22 |
| Luminance | 29 | 10m | 21 |
| Red | 43 | 15m | 21 |
| Green | 46 | 16m | 21 |
| Blue | 43 | 15m | 21 |