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#OTD 10 years ago, Hubble shared this infrared view of the Horsehead Nebula!

Harsh ultraviolet glare from a fledgling star near the top ridge of the nebula is slowly evaporating this pillar of hydrogen gas laced with dust.

Find out more: https://go.nasa.gov/3mFejP3
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