Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

M76 Above and Below

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 21, 2008 is “M76 Above and Below,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Don Goldman). The original explanation runs about 166 words.

M76 Above and Below
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From the explanation

“Also known by the popular name the “Little Dumbbell Nebula”, M76 is one of the fainter objects listed in Charles Messier’s 18th century Catalog of Nebulae and Star Clusters .”

— APOD editors, November 21, 2008

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
November 21, 2008
Type
Image
Credit
Credit & Copyright: Don Goldman
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 166 words

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Source

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