Astronomy Picture of the Day · November 9, 2007

Skyscape with Comet Holmes

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 9, 2007 is “Skyscape with Comet Holmes,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Dave Kodama). The original explanation runs about 109 words.

From the explanation

“This gorgeous skyscape spans some 10 degrees across the heroic constellation Perseus , about the size of a generous binocular field of view. The deep exposure includes bright stars, emission nebulae , star clusters, and, of course, the famous Comet Holmes .”

— APOD editors, November 9, 2007

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: November 9, 2007
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Dave Kodama
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 109 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, November 9, 2007 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2007-november-9-skyscape-with-comet-holmes

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