The California Nebula is an intense hydrogen emission nebula located in the constellation Perseus. It lies at a distance of about 1,000 light years from Earth
Its name is due to its resemblance to the US state of California, and red color due to its hydrogen composition.
Date: 2020/12/02 Location: El Escorial - Madrid - Spain
Telescope: LongPerng 80/550 0.8x CCD: ASI 294 MC Pro Mount: Celestron CGEM Guide: QHY5
Temp. CCD: -10C Temp.: 4C Time Exp: 300" N. Exp: 41
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