APOD: 2026 October 2 - The Complete Sharpless Catalog: 313 Nebulas
NASA has published a picture and explanation of a collection of nebulae known as the Complete Sharpless Catalog, which includes 313 objects. The catalog was created by a professional astronomer. A large number of nebulas are featured in this image.
Why it's good news: For astronomy enthusiasts who can learn about the vast range of celestial objects in our universe.
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