From The European Southern Observatory
The spectacular N44 H II region in the Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC) is a very bright, rich and well-studied complex in the LMC, somewhat apart from the other nebulae in this galaxy. The central region is dominated by a large, ring shaped nebula that includes a bright stellar association of very luminous stars. It emits X-rays - this is interpreted as a sign that several heavy stars in this area have exploded as supernova during the last few million years. The general appearance (morphology) is well explained by a combination of fast outflow from stars (stellar winds) and supernova remnants, as well as sequential star formation.
Based on press release with ESO PR Photo 26a/99
Catalog #: Photo 26a/99
Target Name: The N44 H II Region in the Large Magellanic Cloud
Last Modified On: Sunday, December 16, 2000