Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

A Double Star Cluster in Perseus

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 22, 2022 is “A Double Star Cluster in Perseus,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Tommy Lease). The original explanation runs about 131 words.

The featured image shows two clusters of blue stars placed next to each other. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Tommy Lease Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Few star clusters are this close to each other. Visible to the unaided eye from dark sky areas, it was cataloged in 130 BC by Greek astronomer Hipparchus .”

— APOD editors, November 22, 2022

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
November 22, 2022
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Tommy Lease
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 131 words

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