Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 11, 2002

Reflection Nebula M78

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 11, 2002 is “Reflection Nebula M78,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: S. Lee, C. Tinney, & D. Malin, AAO). The original explanation runs about 124 words.

From the explanation

“An eerie blue glow and ominous columns of dark dust highlight M78 , one of the brightest reflection nebula on the sky. M78 is visible with a small telescope toward the constellation of Orion .”

— APOD editors, February 11, 2002

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 11, 2002
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: S. Lee, C. Tinney, & D. Malin, AAO
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 124 words

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Orion Nebulae

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 11, 2002 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2002-february-11-reflection-nebula-m78

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