Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Star Formation in the Tadpole Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 7, 2017 is “Star Formation in the Tadpole Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit: WISE , IRSA , NASA ; Processing & Copyright : Francesco Antonucci). The original explanation runs about 150 words.

Star Formation in the Tadpole Nebula
Credit: Image Credit: WISE , IRSA , NASA ; Processing & Copyright : Francesco Antonucci Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“What’s all of the commotion in the Tadpole nebula? Star formation.”

— APOD editors, May 7, 2017

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
May 7, 2017
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit: WISE , IRSA , NASA ; Processing & Copyright : Francesco Antonucci
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 150 words

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