NGC 7822 is an emission nebula located in the constellation Cepheus. It is part of a larger molecular cloud complex and is associated with active star formation. The nebula is about 3,000 light-years away from Earth and spans approximately 6 light-years across. NGC 7822 contains several young, hot stars that ionize the surrounding gas and dust, creating the characteristic glow of an emission nebula.
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