Perseus Arm
The Perseus Arm is a major spiral arm of the Milky Way Galaxy, located about 10,000 light-years from the galactic center. It is named after the constellation Perseus, which is situated in the direction of this arm. The Perseus Arm contains numerous stars, star clusters, and nebulae, contributing to its rich structure.
This arm is part of a larger system of spiral arms that includes the Scutum-Centaurus Arm and the Orion Arm, where our solar system resides. The Perseus Arm is significant for its star formation activity and is home to various astronomical phenomena, making it an area of interest for astronomers.