Tag: Cygnus X
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The Giant Diamond Ring: A 4,500-Light-Year Glimmer in Cygnus
What is the Cygnus X ‘diamond ring’? Astronomers have captured a spectacular space image known as the ‘diamond ring’—a luminous loop of gas and dust that resembles a colossal ring-shaped jewel. This cosmic feature sits about 4,500 light-years from Earth in the Cygnus constellation, nestled within the rich star-forming region of Cygnus X. The ring…
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Diamond Ring in Cygnus: A Giant Ring Nebula Captured in Space Photo of the Week
What is the Cygnus Diamond Ring? The space image earning the week’s attention features a striking structure nicknamed the “diamond ring.” This staggering cosmic formation isn’t a piece of jewelry, but a vast, glowing loop of gas and dust that appears circular when viewed from Earth. Measuring about 20 light-years across, the ring sits in…
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Giant Diamond Ring in Cygnus: A Cosmic Jewel 4,500 Light-Years Away
What is the Diamond Ring in Cygnus? A recent space photo of the week spotlights a dazzling structure in the Cygnus X region: a vast, glowing ring that resembles a cosmic diamond. This “diamond ring” is a large ring-shaped assembly of gas and dust, about 20 light-years across, shining brightly against the dark canvas of…