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JWST

Pillars of Creation

Also known as: M16, Eagle Nebula Pillars

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Analysis

Star-forming pillars of cold gas and dust in the Eagle Nebula, showing newborn stars previously hidden.

The pillars are about 5 light-years tall

Coordinates: RA: 18h 18m 48.00s, Dec: -13° 48' 24.1"; Constellation: Serpens
Observation Date: October 19, 2022
Instrument: NIRCam
Distance: 6.5 thousand light years