Sh2-54
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Emission nebula | |
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H II region | |
File:The star cluster NGC 6604 and its surroundings.jpg | |
Observation data: J2000 epoch | |
Right ascension | 18h 17m 53s[1] |
Declination | −11° 40′ 58″[1] |
Distance | 6,200[2] ly |
Apparent dimensions (V) | 140 arcmins[3] |
Constellation | Serpens |
Designations | RCW 167, Gum 84/85, W35, LBN 72[1] |
Sh2-54 is an extended bright nebula in the constellation of Serpens.[1]
In its core there are many protostars and many infrared sources; some of these sources, like IRAS 18151−1208, are most probably very young high-mass stars.[4] The older star population in this region has an average age of 4-5 millions years, and its components are grouped in the open cluster NGC 6604.[2]
Sh2-54 belongs to an extended nebulosity that includes also the Eagle Nebula and the Omega Nebula.[5] The young high-mass stars of this region constitute the Serpens OB1 and Serpens OB2 OB association.[2]
See also
References
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External links
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Coordinates: 18h 17m 53s, −11° 40′ 58″
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