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Hubble and Webb Reveal the Cat’s Head Nebula in Carina
Key Takeaways
- Hubble and Webb observed the Cat’s Head Nebula within the Carina Nebula, about 7,500 light-years away.
- Visible light maps dust and ionised gas, while infrared observations reveal stars and structures hidden by dust.
- Ultraviolet radiation and winds from massive stars are eroding and shaping the dense pillar.
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DT Editorial Team··via esa.int