Dust in this galaxy is bathed by ultraviolet & visible light from nearby stars. ✨ M81 is located 12 million light-years away from us — easily visible through binoculars or a small telescope. Check out this recent gem from @NASASpitzer: https://t.co/PWUVrZ0A13 pic.twitter.com/xH3BWsr9Jb

— NASA (@NASA) September 5, 2019