Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

GK Per: Nova and Planetary Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 30, 2024 is “GK Per: Nova and Planetary Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Deep Sky Collective). The original explanation runs about 174 words.

A faint nebula runs vertically in the image. In the center is a red envelope surrounding diffuse blue emission. In the center is a bright multicolored nebula that is nearly circular. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Deep Sky Collective Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“The star system GK Per is known to be associated with only two of the three nebulas pictured . At 1500 light years distant, Nova Persei 1901 ( GK Persei ) was the second closest nova yet recorded.”

— APOD editors, April 30, 2024

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
April 30, 2024
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Deep Sky Collective
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 174 words

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