Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

AE Aurigae and the Flaming Star Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 26, 2009 is “AE Aurigae and the Flaming Star Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Jorge Garcia). The original explanation runs about 172 words.

AE Aurigae and the Flaming Star Nebula
Credit & Copyright: Jorge Garcia Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Is star AE Aurigae on fire? No.”

— APOD editors, January 26, 2009

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
January 26, 2009
Type
Image
Credit
Credit & Copyright: Jorge Garcia
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 172 words

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