NIRI observations of the giant star-forming region NGC 604
NIRI observations in J, H, and KS are combined for this color image of the giant star-forming region NGC 604 located in the Local Group galaxy M33. Infrared excesses identify massive young stellar objects, showing a new generation of star formation. The image corresponds to about 490 pc (~ 1,600 ly) on a side.
Credit:NOIRLab
About the Image
| Id: | geminiann11016a |
| Type: | Collage |
| Release date: | Dec. 15, 2011, 4:38 p.m. |
| Related announcements: | geminiann11016 |
| Size: | 500 x 420 px |
About the Object
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Colors & filters
| Band | Wave-length | Tele-scope |
|---|---|---|
| Infrared J | 1.25 μm | Gemini North NIRI |
| Infrared H | 1.65 μm | Gemini North NIRI |
| Infrared Ks | 2.2 μm | Gemini North NIRI |