Astronomy Picture of the Day · August 17, 2015

Andromeda Rising over the Alps

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 17, 2015 is “Andromeda Rising over the Alps,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Matteo Dunchi). The original explanation runs about 150 words.

From the explanation

“Have you ever seen the Andromeda galaxy? Although M31 appears as a faint and fuzzy blob to the unaided eye, the light you see will be over two million years old, making it likely the oldest light you ever will see directly .”

— APOD editors, August 17, 2015

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At a glance

Date: August 17, 2015
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Matteo Dunchi
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 150 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, August 17, 2015 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2015-august-17-andromeda-rising-over-the-alps

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