Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Rings Around the Ring Nebula
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 13, 2014 is “Rings Around the Ring Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit: Hubble , Large Binocular Telescope , Subaru Telescope ; Composition & Copyright: Robert Gendler). The original explanation runs about 147 words.
From the explanation
“It is a familiar sight to sky enthusiasts with even a small telescope. There is much more to the Ring Nebula (M57) , however, than can be seen through a small telescope .”
— APOD editors, August 13, 2014
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- August 13, 2014
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit: Hubble , Large Binocular Telescope , Subaru Telescope ; Composition & Copyright: Robert Gendler
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 147 words