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Behold the gorgeous reflection nebula IC 426, a celestial masterpiece shimmering with ethereal bluish glow as it scatters starlight from nearby brilliant stars—dust particles masterfully reflecting blue wavelengths while absorbing red to create its haunting sapphire veil! Nestled among interstellar gas, this vast nursery spans thousands of light-years, cradling fledgling stars in intricate filaments of luminous dust, illuminated from within by embedded hot stars casting long shadows across its powdery expanse. A prime showcase of cosmic artistry, IC 426 evokes tranquil wonder, inviting astronomers to unravel its stellar secrets.
Credit: T. A. Rector/University of Alaska Anchorage, H. Schweiker/WIYN and NOIRLab/NSF/AURA
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