Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Dark Nebulae and Star Formation in Taurus

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 21, 2023 is “Dark Nebulae and Star Formation in Taurus,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Vikas Chander). The original explanation runs about 185 words.

A star field strewn with bunches of brown dust is pictured. In the center is a bright area of light brown dust, and in the center of that is a bright region of star formation. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Vikas Chander Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Can dust be beautiful? Yes, and it can also be useful.”

— APOD editors, March 21, 2023

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
March 21, 2023
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Vikas Chander
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 185 words

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