Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
M13: The Great Globular Cluster in Hercules
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 19, 2020 is “M13: The Great Globular Cluster in Hercules,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Eric Coles and Mel Helm). The original explanation runs about 174 words.
From the explanation
“In 1716 , English astronomer Edmond Halley noted, “This is but a little Patch, but it shews itself to the naked Eye, when the Sky is serene and the Moon absent.” Of course, M13 is now less modestly recognized as the Great Globular Cluster in Hercules, one of the brightest globular star clusters in the northern sky.”
— APOD editors, March 19, 2020
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- March 19, 2020
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Eric Coles and Mel Helm
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 174 words