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Abell 82 - Nebula
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Abell 82

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Abell 82 is a faint planetary nebula from George Abell's 1966 catalog, notable among the low-surface-brightness shells found on Palomar plates.

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Abell 82 ranks #551 of 577 in the Nebula ranking, behind IC 2003, ahead of IC 289.

Obscure Abell planetary nebula with specialist interest; comparatively faint and less visually celebrated than major planetary nebulae.

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How good is Abell 82?
Abell 82 scores 5.36/10 (Mediocre) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Nebula category. Obscure Abell planetary nebula with specialist interest; comparatively faint and less visually celebrated than major planetary nebulae.
What are the best alternatives to Abell 82?
See our alternatives page for Abell 82 for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Medusa Nebula, HFG 1, Abell 36.
How does Abell 82 compare to Medusa Nebula?
See our detailed comparison of Abell 82 vs Medusa Nebula with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is Abell 82 worth it in 2026?
With a score of 5.36/10, Abell 82 is a solid option in Nebula. See all Nebula ranked.

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