Astronomy Picture of the Day · December 2, 2009

Dust Sculptures in the Rosette Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 2, 2009 is “Dust Sculptures in the Rosette Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: John Ebersole). The original explanation runs about 133 words.

From the explanation

“What creates the cosmic dust sculptures in the Rosette Nebula? Noted for the common beauty of its overall shape , parts of the Rosette Nebula , also known as NGC 2237 , show beauty even when viewed up close.”

— APOD editors, December 2, 2009

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: December 2, 2009
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: John Ebersole
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 133 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, December 2, 2009 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2009-december-2-dust-sculptures-in-the-rosette-nebula

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