Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Stardust in the Perseus Molecular Cloud

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 25, 2025 is “Stardust in the Perseus Molecular Cloud,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Jeff Schilling). The original explanation runs about 139 words.

Stardust in the Perseus Molecular Cloud
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Jeff Schilling Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Clouds of stardust drift through this deep skyscape , across the Perseus molecular cloud some 850 light-years away. Dusty nebulae reflecting light from embedded young stars stand out in the nearly 4 degree wide field of view.”

— APOD editors, January 25, 2025

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
January 25, 2025
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Jeff Schilling
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 139 words

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