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April 25, 2005 12:01 AM (EDT)
News Release Number: STScI-2005-12
Hubble Celebrates 15th Anniversary with Spectacular New Images
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Image: Eagle Nebula (M16) Pillar Detail: Portion of Base
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A detail of the Eagle Nebula (M16) showing a portion of a pillar of gas and dust. Denser clouds are silhouetted against glowing gas and material reflecting light from nearby stars.
Object Names: Eagle Nebula, M16, NGC 6611, IC 4703
Image Type: Astronomical
Credit: NASA, ESA, and The Hubble Heritage Team (STScI/AURA)
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