Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Gemini Stars Pollux and Castor

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 16, 2017 is “Gemini Stars Pollux and Castor,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Rogelio Bernal Andreo (Deep Sky Colors)). The original explanation runs about 175 words.

Gemini Stars Pollux and Castor
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Rogelio Bernal Andreo (Deep Sky Colors) Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Who are the twins of Gemini? It terms of astronomical objects, the famous constellation is dominated by two bright stars: Pollux (left) and Castor (right).”

— APOD editors, May 16, 2017

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
May 16, 2017
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Rogelio Bernal Andreo (Deep Sky Colors)
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 175 words

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