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Most detailed observations ever of the Ring Nebula

Source:ESA/Hubble Photo Release heic1310

heic1310aThe Ring Nebula (M57).
Image credits: NASA, ESA, and C. Robert O’Dell (Vanderbilt University).

The NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope has produced the most detailed observations ever of the Ring Nebula (Messier 57). This image reveals intricate structure only hinted at in previous observations, and has allowed scientists to construct a model of the nebula in 3D — showing the true shape of this striking object.(read more)

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