The Cave Nebula
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By |
Catalog |
Obj Type |
Location |
Date Taken: |
Smoot |
Sh2 155 |
Nebula |
Mayhill, NM |
10-20-2007 |
Description |
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The "Cave" nebula, Sh2-155 or Caldwell 9, is a dim and very diffuse bright nebula within a larger nebula complex containing emmison, reflection, and dark nebulosity. Visually it is a difficult object, but with adequate exposure, makes a striking image. The nebula gets it's name from the dark lane at the eastern side that has the appearance of a deep cave. This image was produced using data collected between 8/28/07 to 9/12/07. |
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Technical Details |
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Exposure Time: |
HaR-G-HaB with 2.25 hours of ha, 2 hours of Red, 0.5 hours of Green, and 1.5 hours of Blue | |||
Camera: |
SBIG STL-11000M | |||
Telescope: |
RCOS 16 inch f/8.7 Ritchey-Chretien | |||
Mount: |
Software Bisque Paramount ME | |||
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