Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
The Keyhole Nebula Near Eta Carinae
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 4, 1996 is “The Keyhole Nebula Near Eta Carinae,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit: Anglo-Australian Telescope photograph by David Malin Copyright: Anglo-Australian Telescope Board). The original explanation runs about 146 words.
From the explanation
“The dark dusty Keyhole Nebula gets its name from its unusual shape. Designated NGC 3324, the Keyhole Nebula is a smaller region superposed on the bright Eta Carina Nebula .”
— APOD editors, April 4, 1996
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- April 4, 1996
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Anglo-Australian Telescope photograph by David Malin Copyright: Anglo-Australian Telescope Board
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 146 words