DEM L 159 nebula and KMHK 840 and 831 star clusters in the LMC
The ionised region DEM L 159 and two clusters with hot stars named KMHK 840 (top left) and KMHK 831 (bottom right). The colours have been enhanced compared to ESO Press Photo eso0332a to clearly show the different shades.
Credit:ESO
About the Image
| Id: | eso0332c |
| Type: | Observation |
| Release date: | 3 November 2003 |
| Related releases: | eso0332 |
| Size: | 1307 x 1043 px |
About the Object
| Name: | Dem L 159, KMHK 831, KMHK 840 |
| Type: | Local Universe : Nebula |
| Distance: | 170000 light years |
| Constellation: | Dorado |
| Category: | Nebulae |
Coordinates
| Position (RA): | 5 22 37.94 |
| Position (Dec): | -68° 8' 42.00" |
| Field of view: | 5.19 x 4.14 arcminutes |
| Orientation: | North is 0.2° left of vertical |
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Colours & filters
| Band | Wavelength | Telescope |
|---|---|---|
| Optical OII | 372 nm | MPG/ESO 2.2-metre telescope WFI |
| Optical Oiii | 500 nm | MPG/ESO 2.2-metre telescope WFI |
| Optical H-alpha | Very Large Telescope WFI |