Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Eta Carinae Before Explosion
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 12, 1995 is “Eta Carinae Before Explosion,” an image. It is credited to NASA, HST, WFPC2, J. Hester (ASU). The original explanation runs about 86 words.
From the explanation
“The star Eta Carinae, at the center of the photo, will likely destroy itself in a spectacular explosion in a few million years – or sooner! Currently it is one of the brightest, most massive, and least stable stars known.”
— APOD editors, July 12, 1995
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- July 12, 1995
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: NASA, HST, WFPC2, J. Hester (ASU)
- Copyright
- No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 86 words