Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 29, 2008

Mirach's Ghost

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 29, 2008 is “Mirach's Ghost,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Anthony Ayiomamitis ( TWAN )). The original explanation runs about 150 words.

From the explanation

“As far as ghosts go, Mirach’s Ghost isn’t really that scary . In fact, Mirach’s Ghost is just a faint, fuzzy galaxy, well known to astronomers, that happens to be seen nearly along the line-of-sight to Mirach , a bright star.”

— APOD editors, October 29, 2008

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 29, 2008
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Anthony Ayiomamitis ( TWAN )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 150 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 29, 2008 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2008-october-29-mirachs-ghost

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