Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

NGC 7822: Stars and Dust Pillars in Infrared

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 19, 2017 is “NGC 7822: Stars and Dust Pillars in Infrared,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit: WISE , IRSA , NASA ; Processing & Copyright : Francesco Antonucci). The original explanation runs about 160 words.

NGC 7822: Stars and Dust Pillars in Infrared
Credit: Image Credit: WISE , IRSA , NASA ; Processing & Copyright : Francesco Antonucci Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Young stars themselves are clearing out their nursery in NGC 7822. Within the nebula , bright edges and complex dust sculptures dominate this detailed skyscape taken in infrared light by NASA’s Wide Field Infrared Survey Explorer ( WISE ) satellite.”

— APOD editors, November 19, 2017

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
November 19, 2017
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit: WISE , IRSA , NASA ; Processing & Copyright : Francesco Antonucci
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 160 words

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