Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 24, 2006

Recurrent Nova RS Ophiuci

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 24, 2006 is “Recurrent Nova RS Ophiuci,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: John Chumack). The original explanation runs about 194 words.

From the explanation

“This pretty star field in the constellation Ophiucus is centered on a star not often seen – RS Ophiuci. In fact, early last week RS Oph suddenly became visible to the naked eye for the first time since 1985.”

— APOD editors, February 24, 2006

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At a glance

Date: February 24, 2006
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: John Chumack
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 194 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 24, 2006 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2006-february-24-recurrent-nova-rs-ophiuci

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