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Ghostly Cat's Head Nebula lurks within sight of NASA's Hubble, Webb

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Briefings

NASA's Hubble and Webb Space Telescopes captured a dynamic star-forming region in the Carina Nebula, nicknamed the Cat's Head Nebula due to its resemblance to a cat facing away. The 'head' of the nebula features a glowing eye, and the entire scene is located approximately 7,500 light-years from Earth.

Key points

• The Cat's Head Nebula is located in the Carina Nebula, a star-forming region approximately 7,500 light-years from Earth.
• The nebula's structure resembles a cat with its back to the viewer, featuring a glowing eye on the 'head'.

Context

This observation represents a rare and dynamic star-forming scene visible to both Hubble and Webb, providing a unique perspective on cosmic evolution.

Limitations

The observation covers only a small, select area within the vast Carina Nebula, limiting the scope of the study to this specific region.

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