Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 28, 2020

NGC 6357: The Lobster Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 28, 2020 is “NGC 6357: The Lobster Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Steven Mohr). The original explanation runs about 129 words.

From the explanation

“Why is the Lobster Nebula forming some of the most massive stars known? No one is yet sure .”

— APOD editors, October 28, 2020

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 28, 2020
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Steven Mohr
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 129 words