Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Herschel's Orion

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 14, 2016 is “Herschel's Orion,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: ESA/Herschel/PACS/SPIRE). The original explanation runs about 146 words.

Herschel's Orion
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: ESA/Herschel/PACS/SPIRE Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“This dramatic image peers within M42, the Orion Nebula, the closest large star-forming region. Using data at infrared wavelengths from the Herschel Space Observatory , the false-color composite explores the natal cosmic cloud a mere 1,500 light-years distant.”

— APOD editors, October 14, 2016

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
October 14, 2016
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: ESA/Herschel/PACS/SPIRE
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 146 words

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