Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
The Edge-On Spindle Galaxy
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 25, 2018 is “The Edge-On Spindle Galaxy,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Adam Block , Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter , U. Arizona). The original explanation runs about 192 words.
From the explanation
“What kind of celestial object is this? A relatively normal galaxy — but seen from its edge.”
— APOD editors, July 25, 2018
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- July 25, 2018
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Adam Block , Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter , U. Arizona
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 192 words