Astronomy Picture of the Day · March 23, 2018

Sharpless 249 and the Jellyfish Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 23, 2018 is “Sharpless 249 and the Jellyfish Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Albert Barr). The original explanation runs about 150 words.

From the explanation

“Normally faint and elusive, the Jellyfish Nebula is caught in this alluring telescopic image. Centered in the scene it’s anchored right and left by two bright stars, Mu and Eta Geminorum, at the foot of the celestial twin .”

— APOD editors, March 23, 2018

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: March 23, 2018
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Albert Barr
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 150 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, March 23, 2018 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2018-march-23-sharpless-249-and-the-jellyfish-nebula

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