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NGC 6629 is a planetary nebula in the constellation Sagittarius, listed in the New General Catalogue of astronomical objects. A planetary nebula is a glowing shell of gas expelled by an evolved, Sun-like star, so NGC 6629 is a late-stage stellar-remnant system rather than a planet or a cloud where planets form. Its compact appearance and location near Sagittarius's familiar Teapot asterism make it a target for telescopic observation, although it is generally too small for unaided viewing.
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What type of object is NGC 6629?
NGC 6629 is a planetary nebula in the constellation Sagittarius. It is a glowing shell of gas expelled by an evolved, Sun-like star.
Is NGC 6629 a planet?
No. Despite the word planetary in its name, a planetary nebula has nothing to do with planets. The term is historical and refers to the rounded appearance early observers sometimes saw through telescopes.
Where is NGC 6629 located?
NGC 6629 is located in Sagittarius, a constellation rich in Milky Way star fields and deep-sky objects. It is catalogued in the New General Catalogue of astronomical objects.
What does NGC 6629 show about stellar evolution?
It represents a late stage in the life of a Sun-like star, after the star has expelled its outer layers. The remaining hot stellar core illuminates the expanding gas shell.
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