By C. Gentile | 2024-06-13
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Iris Nebula
On 06/04/2024 by Andrew Warner| Fort Davis, TX, USA
The Iris Nebula (NGC 7023) and surrounding area
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At the center of this image and named after its flower-like appearance, the Iris Nebula appears bright blue due to light reflected from the bright, hot star V380 Cephei. The dusty area surrounding the Iris consists of dark molecular clouds and interstellar dust grains. These dust grains scatter and absorb light from nearby stars, creating intricate patterns and structures.
Telescope - Astro-Tech AT60ED 60mm f/6
Camera: ZWO ASI2600MC Pro cooled to -10C
Obtained 210 images x 300 sec each for a total of 10.5h integration time.
Image stacked, pre and post-processed in pixinsight.
