Astronomy Picture of the Day · January 5, 2016

The Lagoon Nebula in Hydrogen, Sulfur, and Oxygen

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 5, 2016 is “The Lagoon Nebula in Hydrogen, Sulfur, and Oxygen,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: John Nemcik). The original explanation runs about 172 words.

From the explanation

“The majestic Lagoon Nebula is filled with hot gas and the home for many young stars. Spanning 100 light years across while lying only about 5000 light years distant, the Lagoon Nebula is so big and bright that it can be seen without a telescope toward the constellation of the Archer ( Sagittarius ).”

— APOD editors, January 5, 2016

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: January 5, 2016
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: John Nemcik
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 172 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, January 5, 2016 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2016-january-5-the-lagoon-nebula-in-hydrogen-sulfur-and-oxygen

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