Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Merope's Reflection Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 15, 2012 is “Merope's Reflection Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Leonardo Orazi). The original explanation runs about 108 words.

Merope's Reflection Nebula
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Leonardo Orazi Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Reflection nebulas reflect light from a nearby star. Many small carbon grains in the nebula reflect the light.”

— APOD editors, February 15, 2012

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
February 15, 2012
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Leonardo Orazi
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 108 words

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Source

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