Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 20, 2013

Three Galaxies and a Comet

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 20, 2013 is “Three Galaxies and a Comet,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Miloslav Druckmuller ( Brno University of Technology )). The original explanation runs about 108 words.

From the explanation

“Diffuse starlight and dark nebulae along the southern Milky Way arc over the horizon and sprawl diagonally through this gorgeous nightscape. The breath-taking mosaic spans a wide 100 degrees, with the rugged terrain of the Patagonia, Argentina region in the foreground.”

— APOD editors, October 20, 2013

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 20, 2013
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Miloslav Druckmuller ( Brno University of Technology )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 108 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 20, 2013 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2013-october-20-three-galaxies-and-a-comet

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