Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 18, 2017

Simeis 147: Supernova Remnant

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 18, 2017 is “Simeis 147: Supernova Remnant,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Daniel López / IAC). The original explanation runs about 145 words.

From the explanation

“It’s easy to get lost following intricate filaments in this detailed image of faint supernova remnant Simeis 147. Also cataloged as Sharpless 2-240 it goes by the popular nickname, the Spaghetti Nebula.”

— APOD editors, May 18, 2017

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At a glance

Date: May 18, 2017
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Daniel López / IAC
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 145 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, May 18, 2017 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2017-may-18-simeis-147-supernova-remnant

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