Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Horsehead and Orion Nebulae
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 10, 2009 is “Horsehead and Orion Nebulae,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Dale J. Martin ( Massapoag Pond Obs. )). The original explanation runs about 159 words.
From the explanation
“Adrift 1,500 light-years away in one of the night sky’s most recognizable constellations , the glowing Orion Nebula and the dark Horsehead Nebula are contrasting cosmic vistas. They appear in opposite corners of this stunning mosaic taken with a digital camera attached to a small telescope.”
— APOD editors, March 10, 2009
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- March 10, 2009
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit & Copyright: Dale J. Martin ( Massapoag Pond Obs. )
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 159 words