Astronomy Picture of the Day · June 13, 2017

The Great Nebula in Carina

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 13, 2017 is “The Great Nebula in Carina,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Amit Ashok Kamble). The original explanation runs about 158 words.

From the explanation

“In one of the brightest parts of Milky Way lies a nebula where some of the oddest things occur. NGC 3372, known as the Great Nebula in Carina , is home to massive stars and changing nebulas.”

— APOD editors, June 13, 2017

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: June 13, 2017
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Amit Ashok Kamble
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 158 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, June 13, 2017 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2017-june-13-the-great-nebula-in-carina

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