The Orion Nebula (also known as Messier 42, M42, or NGC 1976) is a diffuse nebula in the Milky Way situated south of Orion's Belt in the constellation of Orion, [b] and is known as the middle "star" in the "sword" of Orion. It is one of the brightest nebulae and is visible to the naked eye in the night sky with an apparent magnitude of 4.0.

2024年9月10日 · Believed to be the cosmic fire of creation by the Maya of Mesoamerica, M42 blazes brightly in the constellation Orion. Popularly called the Orion Nebula, this stellar nursery has been known to many different cultures throughout human history.

Its location in the night sky makes it possible to observe from both hemispheres. Object Type: Reflection Nebula/Emission Nebula; Designations: Messier 42, M42 NGC 1976, Sharpless 281; Common Name: The Orion Nebula, The Great Orion Nebula; Constellation: Orion; Distance: 1,344 light-years; Size: 24 light-years across (1°) Apparent Magnitude: +4.0

Our guide shows you how to observe M42, the famous Great Nebula in the constellation of Orion, and its companion, M43.

Discover when and where to find Orion Nebula (M42) in the night sky. Learn about M42 rise and set times, its path across the sky, and the best time for viewing.

Orion Nebula facts, including what it is, how to see it and when the nebula is best-placed for observing in the night sky.

The Orion Nebula (aka Messier 42, M42)) is a diffuse nebula situated south of Orion's Belt in the constellation of Orion. It is one of the brightest night sky objects and is visible to the naked eye, even in a light polluted sky, as the "middle star" of the sword which hangs from Orion's belt.

2024年3月2日 · The Orion Nebula (M42) is a surprisingly not-so-simple to shoot or process nebula. Working on it was both challenging and rewarding.

2020年6月30日 · The Orion Nebula (M42/M43, NGC1976/1982) This picture shows the great nebula in the constellation of Orion the Hunter. On a good clear night, from a dark site well away from the lights of modern civilization, this glowing cloud of gas and dust can be seen with the naked eye as a fuzzy patch surrounding the star Theta Orionis in the Hunter's ...

It is one of the brightest nebulae, and is visible to the naked eye in the night sky. M42 is located at a distance of 1,344 ± 20 light years [2] [5] and is the closest region of massive star formation to Earth. The M42 nebula is estimated to be 24 light years across.