star cluster

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Because of this distinctive shape, the cluster has become widely known as the Christmas Tree star cluster.

From Science Daily • Dec. 25, 2025

Mars will buzz the Beehive star cluster on Dec. 5.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 31, 2024

The study, which has been published in The Astrophysical Journal Letters, examined a group of stars located in the nuclear star cluster that makes up the heart of the galaxy.

From Science Daily • Dec. 5, 2023

"The photographers have managed to capture the vibrant colours of the nebula as well as the embedded star cluster."

From BBC • Sep. 14, 2023

The chief attraction of Hercules we have left for the last, the famous star cluster between η and ζ, No. 4230, more commonly known as M 13.

From Pleasures of the telescope An Illustrated Guide for Amateur Astronomers and a Popular Description of the Chief Wonders of the Heavens for General Readers by Serviss, Garrett Putman