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Helix Nebula (NGC 7293)

Helix Nebula (NGC 7293) is a planetary nebula in the constellation Aquarius with an apparent magnitude of 7.3, spanning about 16 arcminutes. It is within reach of binoculars or a small telescope.

It is best placed in the evening sky around August. It is visible from the whole southern hemisphere and from northern latitudes up to about 69°N.

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