Astronomy Picture of the Day · August 20, 2003

The E Nebula in Aquila

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 20, 2003 is “The E Nebula in Aquila,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Chris Cook). The original explanation runs about 142 words.

From the explanation

“Several unusual strands of darkness are prominent toward the constellation of Aquila . This particular dark nebula is known as the E Nebula, for its evocative shape, or B142 and B143, for its position(s) on a list of such nebula compiled by Barnard .”

— APOD editors, August 20, 2003

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: August 20, 2003
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Chris Cook
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 142 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, August 20, 2003 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2003-august-20-the-e-nebula-in-aquila

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