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Rho Ophiuchi Cloud
Rho Ophiuchi Cloud
Credit: NASA, ESA, Hubble, et al

Rho Ophiuchi Cloud

Rho Ophiuchi Cloud is a molecular cloud type nebula located in the constellation Ophiuchus .

Stats and Info:

      1. Name:
      2. Rho Ophiuchi Cloud
      1. Nebula type:
      2. molecular cloud
      1. Size:
      2. 6.5° x 4.5°
      1. Distance (ly):
      2. 450

    * One can see up to magnitude 7 objects with perfect eyes under ideal dark sky conditions.