- O230 minutes (23 frames)
- H280 minutes (28 frames)
- S160 minutes (16 frames)
The Soul Nebula (IC 1871) is one of the brightest objects in the constellation Cassiopeia, also known as W5. It is a region of active star formation in our galaxy and attracts the attention of astronomers due to its scale and interesting shape.
Structure and Size
The Soul Nebula spans approximately 100 light-years. Its bright central region has a unique shape resembling the outline of the human body, which is where its name comes from. This object includes gases, dust, and young stars that form in dense regions of galactic interstellar clouds.
Star Formation and Molecular Clouds
Star formation in the Soul Nebula occurs due to the compression of gas and dust by gravity. One of the most interesting features of this object is the presence of molecular clouds containing water, carbon monoxide and other molecules. These clouds are the seeds of stars that can form new star systems.
Research Methods
To study the Soul Nebula, astronomers use a variety of instruments, such as radio telescopes, optical telescopes and infrared observations. These methods allow us to study the speed and direction of gas movement, as well as the chemical composition and evolution of star formation inside the nebula.
Role in the Galaxy
The Soul Nebula is an excellent example of active star formation and evolution inside our galaxy. Studying it helps astronomers better understand how stars are born and formed in the Milky Way and other galaxies.
Conclusion
The Soul Nebula (IC 1871) is an important astronomical object with an active star formation process. Studying it not only expands our knowledge of star formation, but also helps to uncover the mechanisms of stellar system evolution in our Universe.
| Photo | Date | Frames | Exposure | H | O | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 09 Jan 2021 | 67 | 11:10 | 04:40 | 03:50 | 02:40 |
Visibility chart of Soul Nebula (IC 1871) during the day
| Date | Moon Phase | Exposure | CCD Temperature | Gain | Offset | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
- 2023ixf•
- 40 Eri•
- Abell 74•
- Artemis A868 SA•
- a Canis Minoris•
- C 2020 R4 ATLAS•
- C 2020 T2 Palomar•
- C 2021 S3 (PANSTARRS)•
- Haumea (2003 EL61)•
- HCG 68•
- HCG 92•
- IC 1318B•
- IC 1396•
- IC 1795•
- IC 1805•
- IC 1848•
- IC 1871•
- IC 3322A•
- IC 342•
- IC 4015•
- IC 405•
- IC 417•
- IC 434•
- IC 443•
- IC 4703•
- IC 5070•
- IC 5146•
- IC 63•
- M 1•
- M 101•
- M 103•
- M 109•
- M 13•
- M 15•
- M 27•
- M 3•
- M 33•
- M 42•
- M 45•
- M 5•
- M 51•
- M 57•
- M 63•
- M 64•
- M 74•
- M 76•
- M 81•
- M 82•
- M 86•
- M 87•
- M 94•
- M 97•
- NGC 147•
- NGC 1491•
- NGC 1499•
- NGC 1579•
- NGC 1961•
- NGC 2146•
- NGC 2239•
- NGC 2403•
- NGC 281•
- NGC 4236•
- NGC 4565•
- NGC 4631•
- NGC 507•
- NGC 508•
- NGC 5866•
- NGC 5907•
- NGC 6503•
- NGC 6823•
- NGC 6888•
- NGC 6946•
- NGC 6992•
- NGC 6995•
- NGC 7000•
- NGC 7023•
- NGC 7129•
- NGC 7217•
- NGC 7331•
- NGC 7380•
- NGC 7538•
- NGC 7635•
- NGC 7640•
- NGC 7822•
- NGC 891•
- NGC 896•
- NGC 925•
- PGC 54559•
- Sh2-155•
- Sh2-168•
- Sh2 103•
- Sh2 109•
- Sh2 132•
- T CrB•
- UGC 6930•
- V1405 Cas•
- Vesta A807 FA•