 Rho Ophiuchi cloud complex

The Rho Ophiuchi cloud complex is a prominent star-forming region located in the constellation Ophiuchus. It is one of the closest such regions to Earth, situated at a distance of about 130 light-years. The complex contains a rich array of young stars, protostars, and various molecular clouds, making it an important area of study for astronomers interested in stellar formation and the dynamics of interstellar matter.