Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Andromeda over Patagonia

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 25, 2020 is “Andromeda over Patagonia,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Gerardo Ferrarino). The original explanation runs about 206 words.

Andromeda over Patagonia
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Gerardo Ferrarino Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“How far can you see? 5 million light years away is the most distant object easily seen with your unaided eye .”

— APOD editors, November 25, 2020

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
November 25, 2020
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Gerardo Ferrarino
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 206 words

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Source

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