The Dumbbell Nebula (M27) is located about 1,200 lightyears away in the Vulpecula constellation, and is a type of object known as a Planetary Nebula. Planetary nebulae are produced when a Sun-like star begins to reach the end of its life and starts shedding its outer layers into space.
The Dumbbell Nebula (M27) is located about 1,200 lightyears away in the Vulpecula constellation, and is a type of object known as a Planetary Nebula. Planetary nebulae are produced when a Sun-like star begins to reach the end of its life and starts shedding its outer layers into space.
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