20 Oct 2023
Sh2-86, also known as NGC 6820, is an emission nebula located in the constellation Vulpecula, about 6000 light-years away from Earth. It encases the young open star cluster NGC 6823, creating a celestial tableau illuminated by the cluster's bright stars. A trunk-like pillar of dust and gas extends from the nebula towards NGC 6823, showcasing the dynamic interaction between stellar formation and the surrounding interstellar medium.
NGC 6823
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Filtro | Exp. media (s) | Esposizione totale | Sottoframe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halpha | 267 | 1h20m | 18 |
| SII | 333 | 1h40m | 18 |
| OIII | 300 | 1h25m | 17 |