Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 28, 2009

NGC 2442: Galaxy in Volans

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 28, 2009 is “NGC 2442: Galaxy in Volans,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Martin Pugh). The original explanation runs about 132 words.

From the explanation

“Distorted galaxy NGC 2442 can be found in the southern constellation of the flying fish , (Piscis) Volans . Located about 50 million light-years away, the galaxy’s two spiral arms extending from a pronounced central bar give it a hook-shaped appearance.”

— APOD editors, February 28, 2009

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 28, 2009
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Martin Pugh
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 132 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 28, 2009 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2009-february-28-ngc-2442-galaxy-in-volans

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