Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 26, 1997

M81 in True Color

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 26, 1997 is “M81 in True Color,” an image. It is credited to Credit: G. Bothun (U. Oregon), courtesy W. Keel (U. Alabama). The original explanation runs about 119 words.

From the explanation

“Here’s is a spiral galaxy in true colors. Previously, M81 was shown in two colors only, but M81’s real colors are just as dramatic.”

— APOD editors, July 26, 1997

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: July 26, 1997
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: G. Bothun (U. Oregon), courtesy W. Keel (U. Alabama)
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 119 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, July 26, 1997 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-1997-july-26-m81-in-true-color

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