Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Young Stars and Dusty Nebulae in Taurus
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 30, 2017 is “Young Stars and Dusty Nebulae in Taurus,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Lloyd L. Smith , Deep Sky West). The original explanation runs about 166 words.
From the explanation
“This complex of dusty nebulae lingers along the edge of the Taurus molecular cloud , a mere 450 light-years distant. Stars are forming on the cosmic scene.”
— APOD editors, March 30, 2017
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- March 30, 2017
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Lloyd L. Smith , Deep Sky West
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 166 words