Location of WDJ0914+1914 in the constellation of Cancer
This chart shows the location of WDJ0914+1914 in the constellation of Cancer (The Crab). This map shows most of the stars visible to the unaided eye under good conditions, and WDJ0914+1914 itself is highlighted with a red circle on the image. This white dwarf is orbited by a Neptune-like exoplanet that is evaporating, the first ever giant planet found around a white dwarf.
Credit:ESO, IAU and Sky & Telescope
About the Image
Id: | eso1919b |
Type: | Artwork |
Release date: | 4 December 2019, 19:00 |
Related releases: | eso1919 |
Size: | 3338 x 3391 px |
About the Object
Type: | Unspecified : Sky Phenomenon : Night Sky : Constellation |
Category: | Illustrations |