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Where is the Pleiades star cluster located?
Quick Answer
The Pleiades are in the constellation Taurus and are about 444 light-years from Earth.
The Full Story
The Pleiades, also called the Seven Sisters, are an open star cluster visible to the naked eye from much of the world. They are located in Taurus and are among the nearest and most recognizable star clusters. The cluster is surrounded by a reflection nebula, which gives it a faint blue glow in long-exposure images. It has been known since antiquity in many cultures.
Key Facts
1.Distance: about 444 light-years
2.Located in Taurus
3.Open star cluster
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