Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 8, 2020

Cosmic Clouds in the Unicorn

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 8, 2020 is “Cosmic Clouds in the Unicorn,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Bray Falls). The original explanation runs about 193 words.

From the explanation

“Interstellar clouds of hydrogen gas and dust abound in this gorgeous skyscape . The 3 degree wide field of view stretches through the faint but fanciful constellation Monoceros , the Unicorn.”

— APOD editors, February 8, 2020

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At a glance

Date: February 8, 2020
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Bray Falls
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 193 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 8, 2020 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2020-february-8-cosmic-clouds-in-the-unicorn

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