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A star cluster is shown in and around a gas cloud that looks like an oyster. The rollover image shows the same cluster not only in visible light, but X-ray and infrared too. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
图中展示了一个位于气体云中的星团，其形状看起来像一只牡蛎。翻转图像不仅在可见光，而且在X射线和红外线中也显示出相同的星团。有关更多详细信息，请参阅说明。
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2023年7月7日 The Double Cluster in Perseus Image Credit & Copyright: Mårten Frosth Explanation: This pretty starfield spans about three full moons (1.5 degrees) across the heroic northern constellation of Perseus. It holds the famous pair of open star clusters, h and Chi Persei. Also cataloged as NGC 869 (top) and NGC 884, both clusters are about 7,000 lig...
2021年10月8日 The Double Cluster in Perseus Image Credit & Copyright: Jack Groves Explanation: This pretty starfield spans about three full moons (1.5 degrees) across the heroic northern constellation of Perseus. It holds the famous pair of open star clusters, h and Chi Persei. Also cataloged as NGC 869 (top) and NGC 884, both clusters are about 7,000 ligh...
2020年11月18日 A Double Star Cluster in Perseus Image Credit & Copyright: Greg Polanski Explanation: Most star clusters are singularly impressive. Open clusters NGC 869 and NGC 884, however, could be considered doubly impressive. Also known as “h and chi Persei”, this unusual double cluster, shown above, is bright enough to be seen from a dark ...