Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

WR 134 Ring Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 18, 2023 is “WR 134 Ring Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Craig Stocks). The original explanation runs about 159 words.

WR 134 Ring Nebula
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Craig Stocks Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Made with narrowband filters, this cosmic snapshot covers a field of view about the size of the full Moon within the boundaries of the constellation Cygnus. It highlights the bright edge of a ring-like nebula traced by the glow of ionized sulfur, hydrogen, and oxygen gas.”

— APOD editors, May 18, 2023

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
May 18, 2023
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Craig Stocks
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 159 words

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