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| M42 |
M42
Orion Nebula
| Object | M42 -- Diffuse Nebula |
| Constellation | Orion |
| Date Aquired | 12/27/2003 |
| Camera | ST-2000 with CFW-8 |
| Exposure | 10X6Min R , 10X3Min G , 10X4.8Min B |
| Telescope | Takahashi FS-60C @ F/5.6 |
| Mount | Losmandy G11 |
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One of the most famous objects in space, the Orion Nebula is the middle "star" in Orions' sword. Located about 1,600 light years from earth, this nebula is a star making factory. |