Astronomy Picture of the Day · November 4, 2011

Edge-on NGC 3628

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 4, 2011 is “Edge-on NGC 3628,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Stephen Leshin). The original explanation runs about 131 words.

From the explanation

“Sharp telescopic views of magnificent edge-on spiral galaxy NGC 3628 show a puffy galactic disk divided by dark dust lanes. The tantalizing scene puts many astronomers in mind of its popular moniker, The Hamburger Galaxy.”

— APOD editors, November 4, 2011

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: November 4, 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 131 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, November 4, 2011 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2011-november-4-edge-on-ngc-3628

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