Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Galaxy, Stars, and Dust

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 12, 2015 is “Galaxy, Stars, and Dust,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Eric Coles and Mel Helm). The original explanation runs about 174 words.

Galaxy, Stars, and Dust
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Eric Coles and Mel Helm Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Spiky stars and spooky shapes abound in this deep cosmic skyscape . Its well-composed field of view covers about a Full Moon on the sky toward the constellation Pegasus .”

— APOD editors, October 12, 2015

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
October 12, 2015
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Eric Coles and Mel Helm
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 174 words

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Topics in this entry

The MoonThe Milky WayGalaxies

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Source

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