Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 1, 2023

Three Galaxies in Draco

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 1, 2023 is “Three Galaxies in Draco,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: David Vernet , Jean-François Bax , Serge Brunier , OCA/C2PU). The original explanation runs about 193 words.

From the explanation

“This tantalizing trio of galaxies sometimes called the Draco Group, is located in the northern constellation of (you guessed it) Draco, the Dragon .”

— APOD editors, July 1, 2023

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At a glance

Date: July 1, 2023
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: David Vernet , Jean-François Bax , Serge Brunier , OCA/C2PU
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 193 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, July 1, 2023 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2023-july-1-three-galaxies-in-draco

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