The Hubble Space Telescope (HST) was launched into orbit on 24 April 1990


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The Hubble Space Telescope (HST) was launched into orbit on 24 April 1990.

Viewed from the HST, the Horsehead Nebula is located just next to Orion's belt. This cloud of dust and gas is a region where stars are forming. When viewed in visible light the Horsehead appears dark, a cosmic chess piece silhouetted against pink and red glowing gas. In infrared light, as in this image, the dust becomes visible, delicate billows of clouds surrounding baby stars just getting their start in the Universe.


Attribution: NASA, ESA, and the Hubble Heritage Team (STScI/AURA)

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