Astronomy Picture of the Day · March 24, 2005

Simeis 147: Supernova Remnant

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 24, 2005 is “Simeis 147: Supernova Remnant,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Robert Gendler). The original explanation runs about 143 words.

From the explanation

“It’s easy to get lost following the intricate filaments in this detailed image of faint supernova remnant Simeis 147.”

— APOD editors, March 24, 2005

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At a glance

Date: March 24, 2005
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Robert Gendler
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, March 24, 2005 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2005-march-24-simeis-147-supernova-remnant

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