Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 4, 2010

Stardust in Perseus

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 4, 2010 is “Stardust in Perseus,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Máximo Ruiz). The original explanation runs about 135 words.

From the explanation

“This cosmic expanse of dust, gas, and stars covers close to 3 degrees on the sky in the heroic constellation Perseus . Right of center in the gorgeous skyscape is the dusty blue reflection nebula NGC 1333 , about 1,000 light-years away.”

— APOD editors, February 4, 2010

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 4, 2010
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Máximo Ruiz
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 135 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 4, 2010 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2010-february-4-stardust-in-perseus

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