NGC 7023: The Iris Nebula

In mother nature (here on the Earth), the energy spent by real irises to attract pollinators is impressive. Wonderful colors and details attract and assist nectar-seeking guests. While there isn't a biological imperative for the Iris Nebula shown here, its color and detail certainly does invite anyone that searches the heavens to stop and take in this delicate vista. Pastel shades of blue and pink highlight the clouds of this celestial flower.

This image was taken as part of Advanced Observing Program (AOP) program at Kitt Peak Visitor Center during 2014.

Créditos:

KPNO/NOIRLab/NSF/AURA/Adam Block

About the Image

Id:noao-n7023block
Tipo:Observation
Release date:11 de Junio de 2014 a las 06:10
Size:1441 x 1078 px

Sobre el Objeto

Nombre:NGC 7023
Constellation:Cepheus
Categoría:Nebulae

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Coordenadas

ObjectValue
Posición (AR):21 1 5.25
Posición (Dec):68° 7' 59.83"
Campo visual:15.69 x 11.76 arcminutes
Orientación:North is 132.0° left of vertical


Colores y Filtros

BandaLongitud de OndaTelescopio
Optical
B
438 nmVisitor Center 0.5-meter Telescope
Other CCD
Optical
G
475 nmVisitor Center 0.5-meter Telescope
Other CCD
Optical
R
625 nmVisitor Center 0.5-meter Telescope
Other CCD
Optical
Broad Band
555 nmVisitor Center 0.5-meter Telescope
Other CCD