Hubble Captures Stunning Image of Triple-Star System in Taurus

The new image reveals young stars, including a variable T Tauri star, within a reflection nebula 550 light-years away.

The triple-star system consists of HP Tau, HP Tau G2, and HP Tau G3.
HP Tau is a T Tauri star, an early stage in stellar evolution before nuclear fusion begins.
The stars are enveloped in a reflection nebula, which shines by reflecting nearby starlight.
HP Tau's brightness varies due to chaotic processes and sunspots on its surface.
Hubble's observations contribute to understanding protoplanetary disks and early star formation.