Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 10, 2013

M78: Stardust and Starlight

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 10, 2013 is “M78: Stardust and Starlight,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Tony Hallas). The original explanation runs about 137 words.

From the explanation

“Interstellar dust clouds and bright nebulae abound in the fertile constellation of Orion . One of the brightest, M78 , is just left of center in this colorful telescopic view , covering an area north of Orion’s belt .”

— APOD editors, October 10, 2013

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 10, 2013
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Tony Hallas
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 137 words

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Orion Nebulae

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 10, 2013 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2013-october-10-m78-stardust-and-starlight

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