Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 9, 1997

Hale-Bopp and the North American Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 9, 1997 is “Hale-Bopp and the North American Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: J. C. Casado). The original explanation runs about 92 words.

From the explanation

“Comet Hale-Bopp ‘s recent encounter with the inner Solar System allowed many breath-taking pictures. Above, Comet Hale-Bopp was photographed on March 8th in the constellation of Cygnus .”

— APOD editors, October 9, 1997

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At a glance

Date: October 9, 1997
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: J. C. Casado
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 92 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 9, 1997 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-1997-october-09-hale-bopp-and-the-north-american-nebula

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