Abell 33

Abell 33
As seen from Mount Lemmon Sky Center
Observation data (Epoch J2000)
Right ascension	09^h 39^m 09.2^s
Declination	−02° 48′ 35″
Distance	2.7 kly (0.83 kpc)
Apparent magnitude (V)	{{{appmag_v}}}
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Constellation	Hydra
Physical characteristics
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Notable features	Foreground star gives it a "diamond ring" effect
Other designations	PNG 238.0+34.8, PK 238+34.1, ARO 65

Abell 33 is a planetary nebula located 2700 light years away in the constellation of Hydra. It is lies very close to its neighboring star HD 83535. The 'diamond ring' appearance is caused by a foreground star which is not part of the nebula.

References

• http://www.caelumobservatory.com/gallery/abell33.shtml
• http://www.skyhound.com/observing/archives/mar/A_33.html

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