Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 7, 2023

The Double Cluster in Perseus

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 7, 2023 is “The Double Cluster in Perseus,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Mårten Frosth). The original explanation runs about 116 words.

From the explanation

“5 degrees) across the heroic northern constellation of Perseus . It holds the famous pair of open star clusters , h and Chi Persei.”

— APOD editors, July 7, 2023

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: July 7, 2023
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Mårten Frosth
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 116 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, July 7, 2023 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2023-july-7-the-double-cluster-in-perseus

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