Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Magnetar

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 27, 1998 is “Magnetar,” an image. It is credited to Credit: Robert Mallozzi (UAH, MSFC). The original explanation runs about 193 words.

Magnetar
Credit: Robert Mallozzi (UAH, MSFC) Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“What do you call a neutron star with a super-strong magnetic field? You guessed it … a Magnetar .”

— APOD editors, May 27, 1998

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
May 27, 1998
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Robert Mallozzi (UAH, MSFC)
Copyright
No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 193 words

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Source

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