Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Pleiades: The Seven Sisters Star Cluster

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 9, 2024 is “Pleiades: The Seven Sisters Star Cluster,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Francesco Pelizzo). The original explanation runs about 191 words.

A star field shows many bright blue stars as well as bright blue reflecting gas. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Francesco Pelizzo Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Have you ever seen the Pleiades star cluster? Even if you have, you probably have never seen it as large and clear as this.”

— APOD editors, December 9, 2024

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
December 9, 2024
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Francesco Pelizzo
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 191 words

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