Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Molecular Clouds in the Carina Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 2, 2019 is “Molecular Clouds in the Carina Nebula,” an image. It is credited to Image Credit: NASA , ESA , Hubble. The original explanation runs about 131 words.

Molecular Clouds in the Carina Nebula
Credit: Image Credit: NASA , ESA , Hubble Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“They are not alive — but they are dying. The unusual forms found in the Carina nebula , a few of which are featured here, might best be described as evaporating .”

— APOD editors, October 2, 2019

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
October 2, 2019
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit: NASA , ESA , Hubble
Copyright
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Explanation length
About 131 words

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