Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

A Cosmic Zoo in Cepheus

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 17, 2023 is “A Cosmic Zoo in Cepheus,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Yann Sainty). The original explanation runs about 182 words.

A Cosmic Zoo in Cepheus
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Yann Sainty Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Sprawling emission nebulae IC 1396 and Sh2-129 mix glowing interstellar gas and dark dust clouds in this nearly 12 degree wide field of view toward the northern constellation Cepheus the King . Energized by its central star IC 1396 (left), is hundreds of light-years across and some 3,000 light-years distant.”

— APOD editors, August 17, 2023

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
August 17, 2023
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Yann Sainty
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 182 words

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Source

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