Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Andromeda over the Sahara Desert

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 11, 2022 is “Andromeda over the Sahara Desert,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Jordi Coy). The original explanation runs about 230 words.

The featured image shows a zoom into the Andromeda Galaxy over dunes in the Sahara Desert. Two people are barely visible at the top of one of the dunes. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit & Copyright: Jordi Coy Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“What is the oldest thing you can see? 5 million years old when they reach you.”

— APOD editors, July 11, 2022

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
July 11, 2022
Type
Image
Credit
Credit & Copyright: Jordi Coy
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 230 words

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The Milky WayAndromeda GalaxyGalaxies

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Source

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