Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Galaxy Wars: M81 versus M82

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 3, 2016 is “Galaxy Wars: M81 versus M82,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Andr van der Hoeven , Neil Fleming & Michael Van Doorn). The original explanation runs about 165 words.

Galaxy Wars: M81 versus M82
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Andr van der Hoeven , Neil Fleming & Michael Van Doorn Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“In the lower left corner, surrounded by blue spiral arms, is spiral galaxy M81 . In the upper right corner, marked by red gas and dust clouds, is irregular galaxy M82 .”

— APOD editors, February 3, 2016

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
February 3, 2016
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Andr van der Hoeven , Neil Fleming & Michael Van Doorn
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 165 words

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