Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

IC 4592: The Blue Horsehead Reflection Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 5, 2021 is “IC 4592: The Blue Horsehead Reflection Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Adam Block , Steward Observatory, University of Arizona). The original explanation runs about 148 words.

The picture shows the reflection nebula IC 4592 known as the Blue Horsehead Nebula. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Adam Block , Steward Observatory, University of Arizona Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Do you see the horse’s head? What you are seeing is not the famous Horsehead nebula toward Orion but rather a fainter nebula that only takes on a familiar form with deeper imaging.”

— APOD editors, July 5, 2021

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
July 5, 2021
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Adam Block , Steward Observatory, University of Arizona
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 148 words

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Source

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