Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 26, 2007

A Rocket Debris Cloud Drifts

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 26, 2007 is “A Rocket Debris Cloud Drifts,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Robert H. McNaught). The original explanation runs about 137 words.

From the explanation

“What’s that cloud drifting in space? It’s not an astronomical nebula — those appear to stay put.”

— APOD editors, February 26, 2007

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 26, 2007
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Robert H. McNaught
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 137 words