Astronomy Picture of the Day · November 15, 1995

A Quintet of Galaxies

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 15, 1995 is “A Quintet of Galaxies,” an image. It is credited to Credit: W.C. Keel (University of Alabama) and R.E. White, III. The original explanation runs about 139 words.

From the explanation

“1 meter telescope. The grouping is commonly known as Stephan’s Quintet .”

— APOD editors, November 15, 1995

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: November 15, 1995
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: W.C. Keel (University of Alabama) and R.E. White, III
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 139 words