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Simeis 147: Supernova Remnant

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 10, 2020 is “Simeis 147: Supernova Remnant,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Georges Attard). The original explanation runs about 153 words.

Simeis 147: Supernova Remnant
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Georges Attard Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“It’s easy to get lost following the intricate looping filaments in this detailed image of supernova remnant Simeis 147. Also cataloged as Sharpless 2-240 it goes by the popular nickname, the Spaghetti Nebula.”

— APOD editors, December 10, 2020

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
December 10, 2020
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Georges Attard
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 153 words

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Source

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