Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
M2-9: Wings of a Butterfly Nebula
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 13, 2020 is “M2-9: Wings of a Butterfly Nebula,” an image. It is credited to Image Credit: Hubble Legacy Archive , NASA , ESA – Processing: Judy Schm i dt. The original explanation runs about 147 words.
From the explanation
“Are stars better appreciated for their art after they die? Actually, stars usually create their most artistic displays as they die.”
— APOD editors, September 13, 2020
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- September 13, 2020
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit: Hubble Legacy Archive , NASA , ESA – Processing: Judy Schm i dt
- Copyright
- No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 147 words