Astronomy Picture of the Day · January 10, 2005

Dust Sculptures in the Rosette Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 10, 2005 is “Dust Sculptures in the Rosette Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit and Copyright: Ken Crawford ( Rancho Del Sol Observatory )). The original explanation runs about 122 words.

From the explanation

“What creates the cosmic dust sculptures in the Rosette Nebula? Noted for the common beauty of its overall shape , parts of the Rosette Nebula , also known as NGC 2244, show beauty even when viewed up close.”

— APOD editors, January 10, 2005

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At a glance

Date: January 10, 2005
Type: Image
Credit: Credit and Copyright: Ken Crawford ( Rancho Del Sol Observatory )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 122 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, January 10, 2005 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2005-january-10-dust-sculptures-in-the-rosette-nebula

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