Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 15, 2013

The Great Carina Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 15, 2013 is “The Great Carina Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Lóránd Fényes). The original explanation runs about 178 words.

From the explanation

“A jewel of the southern sky , the Great Carina Nebula , also known as NGC 3372, spans over 300 light-years, one of our galaxy’s largest star forming regions.”

— APOD editors, October 15, 2013

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 15, 2013
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Lóránd Fényes
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 178 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 15, 2013 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2013-october-15-the-great-carina-nebula

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