Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 20, 2001

Star Forming Region S106

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 20, 2001 is “Star Forming Region S106,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: CISCO , Subaru 8.3-m Telescope , NAOJ). The original explanation runs about 134 words.

From the explanation

“Massive star IRS4 is beginning to spread its wings. Born only about 100,000 years ago, material streaming out from this newborn star has formed the nebula dubbed Sharpless 106 Nebula (S106), pictured above .”

— APOD editors, February 20, 2001

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 20, 2001
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: CISCO , Subaru 8.3-m Telescope , NAOJ
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 134 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 20, 2001 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2001-february-20-star-forming-region-s106

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