Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 18, 1996

Nebulosity in Sagittarius

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 18, 1996 is “Nebulosity in Sagittarius,” 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 131 words.

From the explanation

“What causes the colors in this beautiful nebulosity in Sagittarius? Dubbed NGC 6589 and NGC 6590, the colors of this nebulosity, are caused by gas and dust .”

— APOD editors, July 18, 1996

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At a glance

Date: July 18, 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 131 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, July 18, 1996 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-1996-july-18-nebulosity-in-sagittarius

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