Jellyfish Nebula (IC443)

February 4 - 5, 2024 (Rochester, NY)

The Jellyfish Nebula, also known as IC 443, is a supernova remnant located in the constellation Gemini. It gets its name from its resemblance to a jellyfish with long tentacles. This nebula is the expanding debris from a supernova explosion that occurred thousands of years ago, likely triggered by the collapse of a massive star. The Jellyfish Nebula is notable for its intricate filaments and shockwaves caused by the interaction between the supernova blast wave and surrounding interstellar gas. It serves as a fascinating subject for astronomers studying the aftermath of stellar explosions and the recycling of materials into future generations of stars and planets.