Messier 73
Nebula in Aquarius · 2,500 light-years
🔭 Explore Messier 73 in the 3D map →| Type | Nebula |
|---|---|
| Constellation | Aquarius |
| Distance | 2,500 light-years |
| Apparent magnitude | 8.9 |
| Also known as | M73 · NGC 6994 |
Messier 73 is a nebula (also catalogued as NGC 6994) in Aquarius — a glowing cloud of interstellar gas and dust. It was recorded by Charles Messier in his famous catalogue of 110 deep-sky objects. At about magnitude 8.9, it shows up well in a small backyard telescope.
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