Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 26, 2011

Shell Galaxies in Pisces

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 26, 2011 is “Shell Galaxies in Pisces,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Stephen Leshin). The original explanation runs about 170 words.

From the explanation

“This colorful cosmic skyscape features a peculiar system of galaxies cataloged as Arp 227 some 100 million light-years distant.”

— APOD editors, February 26, 2011

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 26, 2011
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Stephen Leshin
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 170 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 26, 2011 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2011-february-26-shell-galaxies-in-pisces

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