Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 1, 2009

Three Galaxies in Draco

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 1, 2009 is “Three Galaxies in Draco,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Giovanni Benintende). The original explanation runs about 171 words.

From the explanation

“This intriguing trio of galaxies is sometimes called the Draco Group, located in the northern constellation of (you guessed it) Draco .”

— APOD editors, July 1, 2009

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: July 1, 2009
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Giovanni Benintende
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 171 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, July 1, 2009 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2009-july-1-three-galaxies-in-draco

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