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Explore the stunning beauty of planetary nebulae, the colorful remnants of dying stars. Discover how these cosmic jewels form and their role in the universe's cycle.
NGC 7009, known as the Saturn Nebula, gets its name from its two ansae (extensions) that resemble the rings of Saturn when viewed through a telescope. It's a bipolar nebula, indicating two distinct outflows of gas.
Also known as the "Eye of God," the Helix Nebula (NGC 7293) is a large, bright planetary nebula, one of the closest to Earth. It's a stunning example of a dying star shedding its outer layers.
