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M8 Lagoon Nebula, photo by Paul Haese
This beautiful image of the Lagoon Nebula is the work of Paul Haese… and what amazing work it is!
This emission nebula is located in the constellation of Sagittarius. It lies at a distance of 4000-6000 light years and has the dimensions of 110 light years by 70 light years. The nebula has a number of areas known as Bok globules. These are areas that are collapsing and likely to produce new solar systems in millions of years time.
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My name is Danielle Signor, and I am a space cadet. STS-133 NASA Tweetup Attendee!
