Planetary Nebula NGC 7293 (Helix Nebula) is loated in the constellation of Aquarius at a distance of
650 LY from Earth.  The central star which generated this nebula and causes it to shine is a hot white
dwarf.  A similar end awaits our sun in about 5 billion years when it uses up all it's nuclear fuel and
in the process, sheds it's outer layers into space.  During this event, our Earth will be vaporized.

  September, 2010
8" Astro-Tech RC, f/8
Canon Digital Rebel 400D / Modified (Hap Griffin)
250 Minutes / 25x600s @ 800ASA
Orion StarShoot AutoGuider
Skyhawk Observatory, West Bend, WI
Rick Kazmierski