Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 17, 2004

NGC 3372: The Great Nebula in Carina

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 17, 2004 is “NGC 3372: The Great Nebula in Carina,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Loke Kun Tan ( StarryScapes )). The original explanation runs about 143 words.

From the explanation

“In one of the brightest parts of the Milky Way lies a nebula where some of the oddest things occur. NGC 3372, known as the Great Nebula in Carina , is home to massive stars and changing nebula.”

— APOD editors, May 17, 2004

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: May 17, 2004
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Loke Kun Tan ( StarryScapes )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 143 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, May 17, 2004 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2004-may-17-ngc-3372-the-great-nebula-in-carina

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