Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Halo of the Cat's Eye
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 9, 2010 is “Halo of the Cat's Eye,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: R. Corradi ( Isaac Newton Group ), Nordic Optical Telescope). The original explanation runs about 158 words.
From the explanation
“The Cat’s Eye Nebula (NGC 6543) is one of the best known planetary nebulae in the sky .”
— APOD editors, May 9, 2010
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- May 9, 2010
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit & Copyright: R. Corradi ( Isaac Newton Group ), Nordic Optical Telescope
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 158 words