Astronomy Picture of the Day · March 23, 2016

The Great Nebula in Carina

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 23, 2016 is “The Great Nebula in Carina,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Damian Peach / SEN). The original explanation runs about 155 words.

From the explanation

“In one of the brightest parts of Milky Way lies a nebula where some of the oddest things occur. NGC 3372, known as the Great Nebula in Carina , is home to massive stars and changing nebulas.”

— APOD editors, March 23, 2016

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: March 23, 2016
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Damian Peach / SEN
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 155 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, March 23, 2016 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2016-march-23-the-great-nebula-in-carina

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