Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Markarian's Chain

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 22, 2021 is “Markarian's Chain,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Ginge Anvik). The original explanation runs about 139 words.

Markarian's Chain
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Ginge Anvik Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Near the heart of the Virgo Galaxy Cluster the string of galaxies known as Markarian’s Chain stretches across this deep telescopic field of view . Anchored in the frame at bottom center by prominent lenticular galaxies, M84 (bottom) and M86 , you can follow the chain up and to the right.”

— APOD editors, May 22, 2021

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
May 22, 2021
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Ginge Anvik
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 139 words

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