Astronomy Picture of the Day · December 15, 1999

A Nova In Aquila

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 15, 1999 is “A Nova In Aquila,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Till Credner). The original explanation runs about 226 words.

From the explanation

“On December 1st , experienced observers patroling the night sky with binoculars noticed what seemed to be a new star in the constellation of Aquila (The Eagle) . It wasn’t really a new star though.”

— APOD editors, December 15, 1999

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: December 15, 1999
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Till Credner
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 226 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, December 15, 1999 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-1999-december-15-a-nova-in-aquila

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