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= NGC 346
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NGC 346 is a young and actively forming star cluster located in the Small Magellanic Cloud (SMC), a satellite galaxy of the Milky Way. It is situated in the constellation Tucana and is known for being one of the most prominent star-forming regions in the SMC. NGC 346 contains a significant number of young, hot stars and is surrounded by a nebula rich in gas and dust, which serves as the material from which new stars can form.