Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Orion in Red and Blue

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 14, 2018 is “Orion in Red and Blue,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: David Lindemann). The original explanation runs about 158 words.

Orion in Red and Blue
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: David Lindemann Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“When did Orion become so flashy? This colorful rendition of part of the constellation of Orion comes from red light emitted by hydrogen and sulfur (SII), and blue-green light emitted by oxygen ( OIII ).”

— APOD editors, October 14, 2018

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
October 14, 2018
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: David Lindemann
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 158 words

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Source

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