Hubble captures massive superbubble inside the N44 nebula of the Large Magellanic Cloud
The Hubble Space Telescope photographed N44, revealing a huge central void—a superbubble about 210 by 140 light-years—shaped by energetic stars.
In a new image released on Sept. 3, 2026, Hubble shows the N44 nebula in the Large Magellanic Cloud. The nebula features a dense, dusty shell surrounding a vast central cavity. This cavity, called a superbubble, spans roughly 210 × 140 light-years and was carved out by powerful stellar winds and past supernova explosions from the bright stars at its core.
Why it matters
The image illustrates how massive stars reshape galaxies, advancing our understanding of stellar evolution and interstellar dynamics.
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