Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 28, 2007

Stars, Dust and Nebula in NGC 2170

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 28, 2007 is “Stars, Dust and Nebula in NGC 2170,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Russell Croman (Russell Croman Astrophotography)). The original explanation runs about 109 words.

From the explanation

“When stars form, pandemonium reigns. A textbook case is the star forming region NGC 2170 .”

— APOD editors, February 28, 2007

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At a glance

Date: February 28, 2007
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Russell Croman (Russell Croman Astrophotography)
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 109 words