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Crab Nebula, M1

A cloud of glowing gas that is the remnant of a supergiant star that was seen to explode in 1054. It’s called the crab because its tendrils of gas, which span several light-years, resemble a crab. It is one of the most famous objects in the galaxy.

Radio Programs

Crab Pulsar Spinning up a dead star February 11, 2020

Crab Nebula Sculpting an interstellar crab April 19, 2018

Featured Images

Multiwavelength view of the Crab Nebula, M1

X-Raying a Crab January 7, 2019

Combined optical, infrared view of the Crab Nebula

Colorful Crab April 19, 2018

Hubble view of the Crab Nebula

Spectacular Crab December 14, 2015