Astronomy Picture of the Day · January 4, 1998

Fractal Interstellar Dust Up-Close

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 4, 1998 is “Fractal Interstellar Dust Up-Close,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit and Copyright: E. L. Wright (UCLA)). The original explanation runs about 140 words.

From the explanation

“Our universe is a very dusty place. Dust usually shows its presence by blocking out light emitted from stars or nebulae behind it, sometimes creating the illusion of a horse’s head or a sombrero hat .”

— APOD editors, January 4, 1998

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At a glance

Date: January 4, 1998
Type: Image
Credit: Credit and Copyright: E. L. Wright (UCLA)
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 140 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, January 4, 1998 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-1998-january-04-fractal-interstellar-dust-up-close

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