A stunning image of NGC 2359, a nebula illuminated by the central Wolf-Rayet star. The star's powerful stellar wind creates a large, vibrant bubble-like structure within the nebula, showcasing the dynamic processes of massive star evolution. The colors depict various gas emissions, and countless distant stars pepper the background.

Astronomy Picture from 03/01/1997

A Wolf-Rayet Star Blows Bubbles

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap970103.html


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