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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.
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.