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Sharpless 2-190 - Nebula
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Sharpless 2-190

description Sharpless 2-190 Overview

Sharpless 2-190 is the Heart Nebula, a large H II region in Cassiopeia whose gas is ionized by the young, massive stars of open cluster Melotte 15.

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Sharpless 2-190 ranks #70 of 668 in the Nebula ranking, behind Twin Jet Nebula, ahead of NGC 1435.

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How good is Sharpless 2-190?
Sharpless 2-190 scores 8.66/10 (Great) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Nebula category. Heart Nebula designation provides iconic shape, intricate glowing structure, and exceptional popularity in deep sky imaging.
What are the best alternatives to Sharpless 2-190?
See our alternatives page for Sharpless 2-190 for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: IC 1795 (Fish Head Nebula), Sharpless 2-157, Lobster Claw Nebula.
How does Sharpless 2-190 compare to IC 1795 (Fish Head Nebula)?
See our detailed comparison of Sharpless 2-190 vs IC 1795 (Fish Head Nebula) with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is Sharpless 2-190 worth it in 2026?
With a score of 8.66/10, Sharpless 2-190 is highly rated in Nebula. See all Nebula ranked.

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