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Polaris and Comet Lovejoy

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 2, 2015 is “Polaris and Comet Lovejoy,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Rogelio Bernal Andreo). The original explanation runs about 171 words.

Polaris and Comet Lovejoy
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Rogelio Bernal Andreo Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“One of these two bright sky objects is moving. On the right is the famous star Polaris.”

— APOD editors, June 2, 2015

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
June 2, 2015
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Rogelio Bernal Andreo
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 171 words

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