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M27: Not a Comet

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 26, 2010 is “M27: Not a Comet,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Matthew T. Russell). The original explanation runs about 200 words.

M27: Not a Comet
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From the explanation

“While hunting for comets in the skies above 18th century France, astronomer Charles Messier diligently kept a list of the things he encountered that were definitely not comets. This is number 27 on his now famous not-a-comet list .”

— APOD editors, August 26, 2010

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
August 26, 2010
Type
Image
Credit
Credit & Copyright: Matthew T. Russell
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 200 words

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