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Eagle Nebula - A massive star-forming region home to the famous Pillars of Creation.

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Hubble

Eagle Nebula

Also known as: M16, NGC 6611, Star Queen Nebula

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Analysis

An active star-forming nebula containing the famous Pillars of Creation.

Key Features

Pillars of Creation
Open cluster NGC 6611
H II region
Evaporating gaseous globules

Fun Fact

Contains over 8000 stars

Observation Details

Coordinates: RA: 18h 18m 48.00s, Dec: -13° 46' 0.1"; Constellation: Serpens
Observation Date: September 1, 2014
Distance: 6.5 thousand light years

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