Astronomy Picture of the Day · April 10, 2015

NGC 2903: A Missing Jewel in Leo

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 10, 2015 is “NGC 2903: A Missing Jewel in Leo,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Tony Hallas). The original explanation runs about 163 words.

From the explanation

“Barred spiral galaxy NGC 2903 is only some 20 million light-years distant. Popular among amateur astronomers, it shines in the northern spring constellation Leo, near the top of the lion’s head.”

— APOD editors, April 10, 2015

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: April 10, 2015
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Tony Hallas
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 163 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, April 10, 2015 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2015-april-10-ngc-2903-a-missing-jewel-in-leo

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