The Elephant's Trunk Nebula is a prominent region of star formation located in the constellation Cepheus. It is part of the larger complex known as the IC 1396 nebula, which is an emission nebula rich in hydrogen gas and dust. The Elephant's Trunk Nebula gets its name from its distinctive shape, resembling the trunk of an elephant, and is characterized by dense regions of gas and dust that are actively forming new stars.
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