NGC 1973, NGC 1975 and NGC 1977
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| Observation data: J2000.0 epoch | |
|---|---|
| Type: | Reflection Nebula |
| Right ascension: | 05h 35m 15.45s |
| Declination: | -4 48' 23′ 06.7" |
| Distance: | 1,500 ly |
| Apparent magnitude (V): | 7.0(all) |
| Apparent dimensions (V): | 40'x25'(1977) arcmins |
| Constellation: | Orion |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Radius: | ~7.5 ly(1977),2 ly(1975),1 ly(1973) |
| Absolute magnitude (V): | - |
| Notable features: | is a bright nebula and open cluster |
| Other designations: | sh2-279(1977),CED55c(1975),CED55b(1973) |
| See also: Diffuse nebula, Lists of nebulae | |
NGC 1973/5/7 is a reflection nebula 1/2 degree northeast of the Orion Nebula. The three NGC objects are divided by darker regions.
The complex is sometimes referred to as the "Running Man Nebula" because the dark regions resemble the silhouette of a human figure.
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