Astronomy Picture of the Day · September 5, 2011

HH 47: A Young Star Jet Expands

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 5, 2011 is “HH 47: A Young Star Jet Expands,” a video. It is credited to Image Credit: NASA , ESA , & P. Haritgan ( Rice U. ). The original explanation runs about 172 words.

From the explanation

“Stars remain where they are. Nebulas appear the same.”

— APOD editors, September 5, 2011

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: September 5, 2011
Type: Video
Credit: Credit: Image Credit: NASA , ESA , & P. Haritgan ( Rice U. )
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 172 words