NGC 1761

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NGC 1761 (also known as GC 980, JH 2710, LH 9) is an open cluster in the constellation Dorado in the Large Magellanic Cloud. It encompasses a group of about 50 massive hot young stars. These stars are among the largest stars known anywhere in the Universe and appear as bright blue-white in colour.

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