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W50 (Manatee Nebula) - Nebula
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W50 (Manatee Nebula)

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W50, also called the Manatee Nebula, is a supernova remnant in the constellation Aquila. At its center is SS 433, a microquasar with a compact object that accretes material and launches oppositely directed relativistic jets. The jets have interacted with the expanding remnant and stretched its radio-bright structure into the elongated, manatee-like form that gives W50 its common name.

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How good is W50 (Manatee Nebula)?
W50 (Manatee Nebula) scores 6.26/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Nebula category.
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Is W50 (Manatee Nebula) worth it in 2026?
With a score of 6.26/10, W50 (Manatee Nebula) is a solid option in Nebula. See all Nebula ranked.

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