Abell 12

Abell 12
Nebula
Observation data: J2000 epoch
Right ascension 06h 02m 21.4s
Declination +09° 39 07
Constellation Orion
Notable features Obscured by a foreground star
Designations PNG 198.6-06.3, PK 198-06.1

Abell 12 is a planetary nebula located in the constellation of Orion. It is known as the "hidden planetary" nebula because of the foreground star Mu Orionis making it difficult to observe.

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