Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

The Mermaid Nebula Supernova Remnant

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 18, 2024 is “The Mermaid Nebula Supernova Remnant,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Neil Corke ; Text: Natalia Lewandowska ( SUNY Oswego )). The original explanation runs about 134 words.

A starfield is shown with a long blue-glowing nebula taking up much of the frame. The nebula appears, to some, similar to a fish or a mermaid. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Neil Corke ; Text: Natalia Lewandowska ( SUNY Oswego ) Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“New stars are born from the remnants of dead star s. 0 supernova remnant , of which the featured Mermaid Nebula is part.”

— APOD editors, September 18, 2024

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
September 18, 2024
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Neil Corke ; Text: Natalia Lewandowska ( SUNY Oswego )
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 134 words

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