Astronomy Picture of the Day · September 13, 2018

Comet, Clusters and Nebulae

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 13, 2018 is “Comet, Clusters and Nebulae,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Mohammad Nouroozi). The original explanation runs about 171 words.

From the explanation

“Bright enough for binocular viewing Comet 21P / Giacobini-Zinner stands out, even in this deep telephoto mosaic of the star cluster and nebula rich constellation Auriga the Charioteer.”

— APOD editors, September 13, 2018

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: September 13, 2018
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Mohammad Nouroozi
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 171 words

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Nebulae Star clusters Comets

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, September 13, 2018 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2018-september-13-comet-clusters-and-nebulae

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