NASA unveiles the unique star cluster Cosmic Christmas tree
By Alimat Aliyeva
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has unveiled an exciting image of a unique star cluster, which has been romantically dubbed the "Cosmic Christmas Tree," Azernews reports.
This remarkable discovery captivates with the youth of its stars: the stars in the cluster are only between 1 and 5 million years old. In contrast, our Sun is a true centenarian, approximately 5 billion years old. It's like comparing a newborn baby to an elderly person in terms of age.
The enigmatic cosmic formation is located about 2,500 light-years away from Earth. To capture this stunning image, scientists combined data from NASA's observatory in Alabama (USA) with optical observations from a modern astrophotography telescope in Arizona (USA). The result is a breathtaking glimpse into a distant and vibrant stellar nursery.
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