PK164+31.1: Jones-Emberson 1
This planetary nebula makes for a very difficult target due to its very low surface brightness. Like the Medusa Nebula, this is probably an old shell of gas. The background galaxies seen through this ethereal bubble of gas only add to its gossamer appearance.
This image was taken as part of Advanced Observing Program (AOP) program at Kitt Peak Visitor Center during 2014.
Credit:KPNO/NOIRLab/NSF/AURA/Adam Block
About the Image
| Id: | noao-pk164block |
| Type: | Observation |
| Release date: | June 23, 2014, 6 a.m. |
| Size: | 1441 x 972 px |
About the Object
| Name: | PK 164+31.1 |
| Constellation: | Lynx |
| Category: | Nebulae |
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Coordinates
| Position (RA): | 7 57 47.43 |
| Position (Dec): | 53° 27' 9.50" |
| Field of view: | 12.39 x 8.33 arcminutes |
| Orientation: | North is 4.8° left of vertical |
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Colors & filters
| Band | Wave-length | Tele-scope |
|---|---|---|
| Optical B | 438 nm | Visitor Center Roll off Roof Observatory Other CCD |
| Optical G | 475 nm | Visitor Center Roll off Roof Observatory Other CCD |
| Optical R | 625 nm | Visitor Center Roll off Roof Observatory Other CCD |
| Optical Broad Band | 555 nm | Visitor Center Roll off Roof Observatory Other CCD |