The Eagle Nebula, Messier 16 (M16) is a conspicuous region of active star formation, situated in Serpens Cauda.
The starforming nebula, a giant cloud of interstellar gas and dust, has already created a considerable cluster of young stars.
The cluster is also referred to as NGC 6611, the nebula as IC 4703.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
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