Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 29, 2014

Millions of Stars in Omega Centauri

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 29, 2014 is “Millions of Stars in Omega Centauri,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: CEDIC Team , Processing – Christoph Kaltseis). The original explanation runs about 130 words.

From the explanation

“Globular star cluster Omega Centauri , also known as NGC 5139, is some 15,000 light-years away.”

— APOD editors, May 29, 2014

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At a glance

Date: May 29, 2014
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: CEDIC Team , Processing – Christoph Kaltseis
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 130 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, May 29, 2014 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2014-may-29-millions-of-stars-in-omega-centauri

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