Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
The Small Cloud of Magellan
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 5, 2021 is “The Small Cloud of Magellan,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: José Mtanous). The original explanation runs about 176 words.
From the explanation
“What is the Small Magellanic Cloud? It has turned out to be a galaxy.”
— APOD editors, January 5, 2021
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- January 5, 2021
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: José Mtanous
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 176 words