Astronomy Picture of the Day · January 8, 2018

Clouds of Andromeda

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 8, 2018 is “Clouds of Andromeda,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Daniel López / IAC). The original explanation runs about 136 words.

From the explanation

“What are those red clouds surrounding the Andromeda galaxy? This galaxy, M31, is often imaged by planet Earth-based astronomers.”

— APOD editors, January 8, 2018

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: January 8, 2018
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 136 words

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Andromeda Galaxy Galaxies

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, January 8, 2018 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2018-january-8-clouds-of-andromeda

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