Astronomy Picture of the Day · September 10, 2010

Vela Supernova Remnant

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 10, 2010 is “Vela Supernova Remnant,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Marco Lorenzi ( Star Echoes )). The original explanation runs about 119 words.

From the explanation

“The plane of our Milky Way Galaxy runs through this complex and beautiful skyscape .”

— APOD editors, September 10, 2010

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At a glance

Date: September 10, 2010
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Marco Lorenzi ( Star Echoes )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 119 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, September 10, 2010 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2010-september-10-vela-supernova-remnant

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