Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
A View Toward M106
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 7, 2017 is “A View Toward M106,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Peter Feltoti). The original explanation runs about 142 words.
From the explanation
“Big, bright, beautiful spiral, Messier 106 dominates this cosmic vista. The two degree wide telescopic field of view looks toward the well-trained constellation Canes Venatici, near the handle of the Big Dipper.”
— APOD editors, July 7, 2017
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- July 7, 2017
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Peter Feltoti
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 142 words