Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

M89: Elliptical Galaxy with Outer Shells and Plumes

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 14, 2017 is “M89: Elliptical Galaxy with Outer Shells and Plumes,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Mark Hanson). The original explanation runs about 177 words.

M89: Elliptical Galaxy with Outer Shells and Plumes
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Mark Hanson Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Can you see them? This famous Messier object M89 , a seemingly simple elliptical galaxy , is surrounded by faint shells and plumes.”

— APOD editors, June 14, 2017

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
June 14, 2017
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Mark Hanson
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 177 words

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