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Orion Nebula

Also known as M42, it is a diffuse nebula situated in the Milky Way, immediately south of Orion's Belt. It is one of the brightest nebulae and is visible to the naked eye as a vast star-forming nursery.

Orion Nebula

Physical & Orbital Properties

Mass
3.98 × 10³³ kg
Gravity
0 m/s²
Temperature
10,000 °C
Orbital Period
N/A
Distance from Earth
1,344 light-years

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of astronomical body is Orion Nebula?

Orion Nebula is classified as a nebula (unknown). The famous stellar nursery in Orion's Belt

What is the mass and gravity of Orion Nebula?

Orion Nebula has a mass of 3980000000000000000000000000000000.0 and a surface gravity of 0.0 m/s².

How far is Orion Nebula from Earth?

Orion Nebula is located approximately 1,344 light-years from Earth.

What is the orbital period of Orion Nebula?

Orion Nebula has an orbital period of N/A.

Orion Nebula (nebula) — Physical Data & Missions | ISRO Space Hub