description NGC 5882 Overview
NGC 5882 is a compact planetary nebula located in the southern constellation Lupus. It was discovered by John Herschel on 2 July 1834. The nebula exhibits a multi-shell structure that has been studied and imaged by the Hubble Space Telescope, revealing details of its central star and surrounding gas.
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Where is NGC 5882 located?
NGC 5882 is a compact planetary nebula in the southern constellation Lupus. It is the glowing shell of gas associated with a dying central star.
Who discovered NGC 5882?
John Herschel discovered NGC 5882 on 2 July 1834. The object was later studied with modern astronomical instruments, including the Hubble Space Telescope.
What does NGC 5882 look like through Hubble?
Hubble imaging has revealed that NGC 5882 has a multi-shell structure. The images also show details around its central star that are difficult to resolve from the ground.
Is NGC 5882 a galaxy or a planetary nebula?
NGC 5882 is a planetary nebula, not a galaxy. It is a compact shell of expelled stellar material located in Lupus.
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