Abell 21 (Planetary nebula)

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R/B-band color composite image from the Second Digitized Sky Survey (DSS2), measuring 150 arcminutes across.
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From Fairfield , Abell 21 is not readily observable since it is very close to the Sun, at a separation of only 16° from it.

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Name Abell 21
Object type Planetary nebula
Part of PN-G205.1+14.2
Other names
The Medusa Nebula
Abell 21[1]
PK 205+14.1[2]
Position
Right ascension:07h29m [1]
Declination:+13°15' [1]
Constellation:Gemini
Magnitude:10.20 (V) [1]
Visibility from Fairfield

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41.14°N
73.26°W
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