Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

The Galaxy Between Two Friends

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 6, 2021 is “The Galaxy Between Two Friends,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Martin Lefranc). The original explanation runs about 164 words.

The Galaxy Between Two Friends
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Martin Lefranc Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“On an August night two friends enjoyed this view after a day’s hike on the Plateau d’Emparis in the French Alps. At 2400 meters altitude the sky was clear.”

— APOD editors, November 6, 2021

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
November 6, 2021
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Martin Lefranc
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 164 words

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Source

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