Westerhout 40, also known as HII 805, is a prominent emission nebula in the constellation Cassiopeia. It is located approximately 6,000 light-years from Earth and is associated with a cluster of young, massive stars. The nebula is noted for its bright glowing gas and dust, which are primarily the result of ultraviolet radiation from these hot, young stars ionizing the surrounding material.
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