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MyCn18: An Hourglass Nebula
The central star of the Hourglass Nebula, MyCn18, is nearing the end of its life. Having exhausted its nuclear fuel, it has ejected its outer layers, forming this intricate shape. The Hubble Space Telescope captured delicate rings of glowing gas, with nitrogen appearing red and hydrogen green.
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Space pictures released on your month and day in other years, or a few days either side. Each one is sharp enough to print as a poster.
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Released on 14 September 2017 Flare Well AR2673 See it as a poster -
Released on 14 September 2020 Eye of the Serpent See it as a poster -
Released on 14 September 2015 Evolution in slow motion See it as a poster -
Released on 14 September 2023 HH 211 (NIRCam image) See it as a poster -
Released on 14 September 2016 Huge Super Typhoon Meranti Over Taiwan Spotted by NASA MISR See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 14 SEP 1997 falls under Virgo (♍). The sign's window runs from 08-23 through 09-22. Virgo is the largest zodiac constellation, holding the heart of the Virgo galaxy cluster. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 14 SEP 1997.
Questions about September 14, 1997
What space photo was released on September 14, 1997?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 14, 1997 was "MyCn18: An Hourglass Nebula". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on September 14, 1997?
A waxing gibbous moon, about 92% lit.
What day of the week was September 14, 1997?
September 14, 1997 was a Sunday, day 257 of the 365 days in 1997.
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