NGC 2023, Flame Nebula
Image ID : N2023_01
Width1,963 pixels
Height1,519 pixels
300 dpi print width6.5 inches16.6 centimetres
300 dpi print height5.1 inches12.9 centimetres
NGC 2023 is a reflection nebula consisting of a dense concentration of gas and dust, reflecting blue light from nearby stars.
 
Object type
Constellation
Distance (ly)
Magnitude (app)
Messier
NGC 2023
Reflection nebula
Orion
1,500
 
Credit : Planetary Visions Limited / R. J. Gabany.
 
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