NGC 6559
Star-forming region in the constellation Sagittarius
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NGC 6559 is a star-forming region located at a distance of about 5000 light-years from Earth, in the constellation of Sagittarius, showing both emission (red) and reflection (bluish) regions. NGC 6559 is relatively small at only a few lightyears across.[4] The nebula is found within Sharpless 29, an irregular H II region.[5]
Right ascension18h 09m 56.8s[1]
Declination−24° 06′ 23″[1]
| Nebula | |
|---|---|
NGC 6559 taken by the Danish 1.54-metre telescope located at ESO’s La Silla Observatory. | |
| Observation data: J2000 epoch | |
| Right ascension | 18h 09m 56.8s[1] |
| Declination | −24° 06′ 23″[1] |
| Constellation | Sagittarius[2] |
| Designations | ESO 521-40, LBN 28, LBN 007.03-02.26[3] |
