Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Clouds of Perseus
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 21, 2011 is “Clouds of Perseus,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Image Data – Bob Caton , Al Howard , Eric Zbinden , Rogelio Bernal Andreo ; Processing – Rogelio Bernal Andreo). The original explanation runs about 155 words.
From the explanation
“Cosmic clouds of gas and dust drift across this magnificent panorama, spanning some 17 degrees near the southern boundary of the heroic constellation Perseus . The collaborative skyscape begins with bluish stars of Perseus at the left, but the eye is drawn to the striking, red NGC 1499 .”
— APOD editors, October 21, 2011
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- October 21, 2011
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit & Copyright: Image Data – Bob Caton , Al Howard , Eric Zbinden , Rogelio Bernal Andreo ; Processing – Rogelio Bernal Andreo
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 155 words