Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 30, 2002

Orion Nebulosities

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 30, 2002 is “Orion Nebulosities,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Emmanuel Mallart). The original explanation runs about 196 words.

From the explanation

“Adrift 1,500 light-years away in one of the night sky’s most recognizable constellations , the glowing Orion Nebula and the dark Horsehead Nebula are contrasting cosmic vistas.”

— APOD editors, May 30, 2002

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: May 30, 2002
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Emmanuel Mallart
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 196 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, May 30, 2002 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2002-may-30-orion-nebulosities

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