Iris Nebula

Image Title: Iris Nebula

Date image was taken: July 18, 2023

Image Description and Details : These majestic cosmic clouds are located at a distance of 1,300 light-years, in the fertile heart of the starry fields in the western part of the constellation Cepheus. A wonder known as the Iris Nebula, NGC 7023, joins the chorus of nebulae inspired by the ephemeral beauty of flowers. The profound telescopic image before us now reveals the extraordinary birth of a central star, an event destined to leave its mark on the cosmos.

At the center of this cosmic dance, a young star is opening its eyes. Still wrapped in the remnants of its primordial birth sac of gas and dust, the nascent star emits its first cries, bringing light and warmth to this remote corner of space. This is just the beginning of its long journey through time; soon, it will leave its youthful phase and embark on its evolutionary path known colloquially as the main sequence, where over the years, it will transform its primary nuclear fuel, mainly composed of hydrogen, into helium.

The reflection nebula surrounding this young star is painted in a delicate blue, a captivating hue that speaks of hope and promises. The light from surrounding stars reflects off the dust grains, creating a celestial spectacle that stretches six light-years deep into the cosmos within the constellation of Cepheus.

But it's not just the outer beauty that makes this stellar birth so fascinating. Behind the apparent tranquility of the nebula, a frenetic choreography of nuclear reactions takes place, a ballet of elements that constitute the very cries of the newborn star.

This newly born star embodies the essence of life in the cosmos. Born from the ashes of deceased stars, new stars rise, such as HD 200775, and their message brings us hope and the possibility of new worlds. The presence of a dense proto-planetary disk surrounding it indicates the early stage of forming its own court of planets. We are witnesses to a cosmic miracle, an eternal dance between the energy of stars, the vastness of the universe, and life itself.

This celestial dance continues as we gaze at the night sky, capturing with our eyes and hearts the enigma and beauty of the universe that surrounds us.

Equipment:

Tecnosky RC12 Carbon Truss

ZWO ASI2600MM Pro

iOptron CEM120

Acquisition details:

Optolong Blue 2": 93×180,″(4h 39′)

Optolong Green 2": 88×180,″(4h 24′)

Optolong Luminance 2": 176×300,″(14h 40′)

Optolong Luminance 2": 60×60,″(1h)

Optolong Red 2": 101×180,″(5h 3′)

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