IC 342

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10, 12-11-2015
Grand-Praz

RCO 16" f 8.4
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IC 342
Cameloperdalis
10 millions light-years

Face-on spiral galaxy observed through dust clouds of our own galaxy. Pink star forming regions are clearly seen along the arms of the galaxy.