Astronomy Picture of the Day · January 23, 2014

Double Cluster in Perseus

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 23, 2014 is “Double Cluster in Perseus,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Fabian Neyer). The original explanation runs about 203 words.

From the explanation

“5 degrees) across the heroic northern constellation of Perseus . Just right of center it holds the famous pair of open or galactic star clusters, h and Chi Persei.”

— APOD editors, January 23, 2014

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: January 23, 2014
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Fabian Neyer
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 203 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, January 23, 2014 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2014-january-23-double-cluster-in-perseus

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