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Trifid Nebula (M20)
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©Adrian Deane
The Trifid Nebula gets its name from the rifts of dark matter that trisect its southern region. The Trifid lies in a rich area of the Milky Way, with M21 and M8 visible in the same binocular field of view. This trio makes a stunning sight and is best seen at low power. M20 and M8 may be physically connected, although this is uncertain. The Trifid Nebula is a hot red emission nebula of hydrogen gas surrounded by a blue reflection nebula made up of dust grains.
Distance from observer: 5200.00 ly
Distance from observer: 5200.00 ly
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