Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 24, 1999

Introducing Nova Velorum 1999

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 24, 1999 is “Introducing Nova Velorum 1999,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Gordon Garradd). The original explanation runs about 157 words.

From the explanation

“A bright nova was discovered Saturday that is currently visible to the unaided eye in southern skies. Nova Velorum 1999 was recorded near visual magnitude 3 independently by discoverers Peter Williams and Alan C.”

— APOD editors, May 24, 1999

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At a glance

Date: May 24, 1999
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Gordon Garradd
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 157 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, May 24, 1999 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-1999-may-24-introducing-nova-velorum-1999

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