Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Cir X-1: Jets in the Africa Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 3, 2025 is “Cir X-1: Jets in the Africa Nebula,” an image. It is credited to Image Credit: J. English ( U. Manitoba ) & K. Gasealahwe ( U. Cape Town ), SARAO , MeerKAT , ThunderKAT ; Science: K. Gasealahwe, K. Savard ( U. Oxford ) et al. ; Text: J. English & K. Savard. The original explanation runs about 169 words.

A nebula is shown that appears roughly the shape of Africa. The complex radio image shows rings and jets. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit: J. English ( U. Manitoba ) & K. Gasealahwe ( U. Cape Town ), SARAO , MeerKAT , ThunderKAT ; Science: K. Gasealahwe, K. Savard ( U. Oxford ) et al. ; Text: J. English & K. Savard Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“How soon do jets form when a supernova gives birth to a neutron star? The Africa Nebula provides clues.”

— APOD editors, September 3, 2025

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
September 3, 2025
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit: J. English ( U. Manitoba ) & K. Gasealahwe ( U. Cape Town ), SARAO , MeerKAT , ThunderKAT ; Science: K. Gasealahwe, K. Savard ( U. Oxford ) et al. ; Text: J. English & K. Savard
Copyright
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Explanation length
About 169 words

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