Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
In the Center of Reflection Nebula NGC 1333
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 21, 2007 is “In the Center of Reflection Nebula NGC 1333,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: T. Rector ( U. Alaska Anchorage ), H. Schweiker , WIYN , NOAO , AURA , NSF). The original explanation runs about 167 words.
From the explanation
“The dust is so thick in the center of NGC 1333 that you can hardly see the stars forming. Conversely, the very dust clouds that hide the stars also reflects their optical light , giving NGC 1333 ‘s predominantly blue glow the general designation of a reflection nebula .”
— APOD editors, May 21, 2007
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- May 21, 2007
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit & Copyright: T. Rector ( U. Alaska Anchorage ), H. Schweiker , WIYN , NOAO , AURA , NSF
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 167 words