Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 19, 2021

The Jellyfish and Mars

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 19, 2021 is “The Jellyfish and Mars,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Jason Guenzel). The original explanation runs about 189 words.

From the explanation

“Normally faint and elusive, the Jellyfish Nebula is caught in this alluring scene. In the telescopic field of view two bright yellowish stars, Mu and Eta Geminorum, stand just below and above the Jellyfish Nebula at the left.”

— APOD editors, May 19, 2021

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: May 19, 2021
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Jason Guenzel
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 189 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, May 19, 2021 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2021-may-19-the-jellyfish-and-mars

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