Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
M2-9: Wings of a Butterfly Nebula
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 12, 2005 is “M2-9: Wings of a Butterfly Nebula,” an image. It is credited to Credit: B. Balick ( U. Washington ) et al., WFPC2 , HST , NASA. The original explanation runs about 140 words.
From the explanation
“Are stars better appreciated for their art after they die? Actually, stars usually create their most artistic displays as they die.”
— APOD editors, June 12, 2005
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- June 12, 2005
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: B. Balick ( U. Washington ) et al., WFPC2 , HST , NASA
- Copyright
- No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 140 words