Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Our Galaxy's Central Molecular Zone

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 10, 2008 is “Our Galaxy's Central Molecular Zone,” an image. It is credited to Credit: A. Ginsburg ( U. Colorado – Boulder ) et al., BGPS Team, GLIMPSE II Team. The original explanation runs about 132 words.

Our Galaxy's Central Molecular Zone
Credit: A. Ginsburg ( U. Colorado – Boulder ) et al., BGPS Team, GLIMPSE II Team Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“The central region of our Milky Way Galaxy is a mysterious and complex place. Pictured here in radio and infrared light, the galaxy’s central square degree is highlighted in fine detail.”

— APOD editors, November 10, 2008

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
November 10, 2008
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: A. Ginsburg ( U. Colorado – Boulder ) et al., BGPS Team, GLIMPSE II Team
Copyright
No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 132 words

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