Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

North Star: Polaris and Surrounding Dust

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 11, 2023 is “North Star: Polaris and Surrounding Dust,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Javier Zayaz). The original explanation runs about 205 words.

A bright star is seen in field of dimmer stars and pervasive light-brown dust. The star is the North Star: Polaris. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Javier Zayaz Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Why is Polaris called the North Star? First, Polaris is the nearest bright star toward the north spin axis of the Earth.”

— APOD editors, April 11, 2023

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
April 11, 2023
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Javier Zayaz
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 205 words

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