Astronomy Picture of the Day · June 4, 1998

Comet SOHO and Nebulae in Orion

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 4, 1998 is “Comet SOHO and Nebulae in Orion,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit and Copyright: M. Horn). The original explanation runs about 117 words.

From the explanation

“Astrophotographer Michael Horn captured this gorgeous view of comet SOHO in the dark night sky above Wandibindle, Queensland, Australia on May 23rd. On this date , comet SOHO was moving against the background of the nebula-rich constellation of Orion .”

— APOD editors, June 4, 1998

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: June 4, 1998
Type: Image
Credit: Credit and Copyright: M. Horn
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 117 words

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Orion Nebulae Comets

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, June 4, 1998 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-1998-june-04-comet-soho-and-nebulae-in-orion

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