Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 10, 2023

Stars, Dust and Nebula in NGC 6559

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 10, 2023 is “Stars, Dust and Nebula in NGC 6559,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Adam Block , Telescope Live). The original explanation runs about 114 words.

A busy star formation region is shown highlighted by red glowing clouds and dark ominously-shaped dust. Please see the explanation for more detailed information. — Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Adam Block , Telescope Live Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“When stars form, pandemonium reigns. A textbook case is the star forming region NGC 6559 .”

— APOD editors, July 10, 2023

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At a glance

Date: July 10, 2023
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Adam Block , Telescope Live
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 114 words