Space / 2011-08-10
Weighing in on the Dumbbell Nebula
NASA's image library records Weighing in on the Dumbbell Nebula.
The Dumbbell nebula, also known as Messier 27, pumps out infrared light in this image from NASA Spitzer Space Telescope. Planetary nebulae are now known to be the remains of stars that once looked a lot like our sun.
A CLOSER LOOK
The Dumbbell nebula, also known as Messier 27, pumps out infrared light in this image from NASA Spitzer Space Telescope. Planetary nebulae are now known to be the remains of stars that once looked a lot like our sun.
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NASA Image and Video LibraryWeighing in on the Dumbbell NebulaOriginal explanation based on the sources above. Images carry their own reuse terms.