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James Webb Space Telescope reveals stunning 'Lion Nebula' sculpted by a dying star
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A breathtaking new infrared image from the James Webb Space Telescope has captured NGC 2392, beautifully illustrating how a dying Sun-like star can create stellar art. The cosmic portrait reveals a glowing white dwarf illuminating a majestic 'mane' of dust and gas, offering scientists a spectacular and detailed look at the lifecycle of stars.
A breathtaking new infrared image from the James Webb Space Telescope has captured NGC 2392, beautifully illustrating how a dying Sun-like star can create stellar art. The cosmic portrait reveals a glowing white dwarf illuminating a majestic ‘mane’ of dust and gas, offering scientists a spectacular and detailed look at the lifecycle of stars.