标签: NGC 6302

哈勃望远镜的蝴蝶星云

2022年11月21日 The Butterfly Nebula from Hubble Image Credit: NASA, ESA, Hubble; Processing: William Ostling Explanation: Stars can make beautiful patterns as they age — sometimes similar to flowers or insects. NGC 6302, the Butterfly Nebula, is a notable example. Though its gaseous wingspan covers over 3 light-years and its estimated surface temperature ...

蝴蝶星云的铁

7月21日 Iron in the Butterfly Nebula Image Credit: NASA, ESA, Hubble; Processing & License: Judy Schmidt Explanation: Can stars, like caterpillars, transform themselves into butterflies? No, but in the case of the Butterfly Nebula — it sure looks like it. Though its wingspan covers over 3 light-years and its estimated surface temperature exceeds 200...