Helix Nebula's New Mesmerizing Imagery Clears Up Cloudy Past

Thursday, January 19, 2012 - 06:30 in Astronomy & Space

Europe's Vista Telescope has revealed the nebula in stunning infrared detail bringing to life the visible imagery provided by their MPG/ESO 2.2-metre telescope. Strands of cold nebular gas and a vibrant background of stars/galaxies can now be seen.

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