Astronomy Picture of the Day · March 12, 2015

Along the Cygnus Wall

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 12, 2015 is “Along the Cygnus Wall,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Jimmy Walker). The original explanation runs about 116 words.

From the explanation

“The W-shaped ridge of emission featured in this vivid skyscape is known as the Cygnus Wall. Part of a larger emission nebula with a distinctive outline popularly called The North America Nebula , the cosmic ridge spans about 20 light-years.”

— APOD editors, March 12, 2015

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: March 12, 2015
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Jimmy Walker
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 116 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, March 12, 2015 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2015-march-12-along-the-cygnus-wall

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