Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 8, 2021

The Double Cluster in Perseus

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 8, 2021 is “The Double Cluster in Perseus,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Jack Groves). The original explanation runs about 150 words.

From the explanation

“5 degrees) across the heroic northern constellation of Perseus . It holds the famous pair of open star clusters , h and Chi Persei.”

— APOD editors, October 8, 2021

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At a glance

Date: October 8, 2021
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Jack Groves
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 150 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 8, 2021 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2021-october-8-the-double-cluster-in-perseus

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