Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 21, 2007

Mira Over Germany

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 21, 2007 is “Mira Over Germany,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Stefan Seip (AstroMeeting.de)). The original explanation runs about 203 words.

From the explanation

“What’s that new star in the sky? The star might appear new, but it’s actually just the variable star Mira near its brightest.”

— APOD editors, February 21, 2007

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 21, 2007
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Stefan Seip (AstroMeeting.de)
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 203 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 21, 2007 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2007-february-21-mira-over-germany

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