Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 7, 2019

The Great Nebula in Carina

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 7, 2019 is “The Great Nebula in Carina,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Dieter Willasch ( Astro-Cabinet )). The original explanation runs about 129 words.

From the explanation

“What’s happening in the center of the Carina Nebula? Stars are forming, dying, and leaving an impressive tapestry of dark dusty filaments.”

— APOD editors, May 7, 2019

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: May 7, 2019
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Dieter Willasch ( Astro-Cabinet )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 129 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, May 7, 2019 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2019-may-7-the-great-nebula-in-carina

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