Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

A Double Star Cluster in Perseus

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 18, 2020 is “A Double Star Cluster in Perseus,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Greg Polanski). The original explanation runs about 120 words.

A Double Star Cluster in Perseus
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Greg Polanski Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Most star clusters are singularly impressive. Open clusters NGC 869 and NGC 884, however, could be considered doubly impressive.”

— APOD editors, November 18, 2020

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
November 18, 2020
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Greg Polanski
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 120 words

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