Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
The Mystery of the Fading Star
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 8, 2010 is “The Mystery of the Fading Star,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Alson Wong and Citizen Sky). The original explanation runs about 232 words.
From the explanation
“Every 27 years Epsilon Aurigae fades, remaining dim for roughly two years before growing bright again. Since the 19th century, astronomers have studied the mystery star, eventually arguing that Epsilon Aur, centered in this telescopic skyview , was actually undergoing a long eclipse by a dark companion object.”
— APOD editors, January 8, 2010
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- January 8, 2010
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Alson Wong and Citizen Sky
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 232 words