Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Sonified: Eagle Nebula Pillars

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 30, 2020 is “Sonified: Eagle Nebula Pillars,” a video. It is credited to Image Credit: NASA , ESA , & The Hubble Heritage Team ( STScI / AURA ); Sonification: NASA , CXC , SAO , K. Arcand , M. Russo & A. Santaguida. The original explanation runs about 155 words.

Preview frame of the video “Sonified: Eagle Nebula Pillars” Watch the video on the original page
Credit: Image Credit: NASA , ESA , & The Hubble Heritage Team ( STScI / AURA ); Sonification: NASA , CXC , SAO , K. Arcand , M. Russo & A. Santaguida Shown from the original page. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Yes, but have you ever experienced the Eagle Nebula with your ears ? The famous nebula, M16 , is best known for the feast it gives your eyes, highlighting bright young stars forming deep inside dark towering structures .”

— APOD editors, September 30, 2020

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
September 30, 2020
Type
Video
Credit
Credit: Image Credit: NASA , ESA , & The Hubble Heritage Team ( STScI / AURA ); Sonification: NASA , CXC , SAO , K. Arcand , M. Russo & A. Santaguida
Copyright
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Explanation length
About 155 words

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