The Medusa Nebula is a faint and large planetary nebula which can be found in the constelation Gemini, close to Canis Minor.
It lies at a distance of 1.500 light years, has a diameter of about 4 light years and is considered a very old planetary nebula.
It has such a low surface brightness that it was only discovered in 1955.
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Name | SH2-274 – The Medusa Nebula |
Type | Planetary nebula |
Constellation | Gemini |
Right ascension | 07h 29m 02s |
Declination | +13° 14′ 48″ |
Distance | 1.500 ly |
Other designations | Abell 21 |
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