Sh2-212
Sh2-212, also known as LBN 762, is a bright emission nebula located in the constellation of Cassiopeia. It is part of a larger molecular cloud complex and is approximately 1,000 light-years away from Earth. The nebula is characterized by its vivid colors, which are produced by ionized gases and the presence of young, hot stars.
This nebula is of interest to astronomers studying star formation and the dynamics of interstellar matter. Sh2-212 contains regions where new stars are being born, making it a valuable site for understanding the processes that lead to stellar development in the universe.