Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

IC 1871: Inside the Soul Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 28, 2018 is “IC 1871: Inside the Soul Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Mark Hanson). The original explanation runs about 135 words.

IC 1871: Inside the Soul Nebula
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Mark Hanson Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“This cosmic close-up looks deep inside the Soul Nebula . The dark and brooding dust cloud s on the left, outlined by bright ridges of glowing gas, are cataloged as IC 1871.”

— APOD editors, November 28, 2018

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
November 28, 2018
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Mark Hanson
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 135 words

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