By Avni Trivedi, CNN
A new image captured by NOIRLab shows a planetary nebula nicknamed the Crystal Ball Nebula.
A new image showcases a dazzling celestial object - a star, paired with another, in the throes of dying that resembles a crystal ball.
Scientists captured the image of NGC 1514, nicknamed the Crystal Ball Nebula, with the Gemini Multi-Object Spectrograph. The instrument is mounted on the Gemini North telescope, which is located on Maunakea, a dormant volcano in Hawaii.
Researchers set aside a few hours during the evenings to observe the skies and identify something awe-inspiring, said astronomer Travis Rector.
