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Comet Lovejoy Before Galaxy M63

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 2, 2013 is “Comet Lovejoy Before Galaxy M63,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Damian Peach). The original explanation runs about 139 words.

Comet Lovejoy Before Galaxy M63
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Damian Peach Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Comet Lovejoy was captured last week passing well in front of spiral galaxy M63. Discovered only three months ago and currently near its maximum brightness, Comet Lovejoy can be seen near the Big Dipper from dark northerly locations before dawn with the unaided eye.”

— APOD editors, December 2, 2013

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
December 2, 2013
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Damian Peach
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 139 words

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