Astronomy Picture of the Day · April 3, 2003

Jupiter in the Hive

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 3, 2003 is “Jupiter in the Hive,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Tun Tezel). The original explanation runs about 161 words.

From the explanation

“If you can find planet Jupiter in tonight’s sky, then you can also find M44 , popularly known as the Beehive star cluster. In fact, with a pair of binoculars most casual skygazers should find it easy to zero in on this celestial scene .”

— APOD editors, April 3, 2003

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: April 3, 2003
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Tun Tezel
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 161 words

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Jupiter Star clusters

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, April 3, 2003 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2003-april-3-jupiter-in-the-hive

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