Astronomy Picture of the Day · January 1, 1997

Aurora Over Circle, Alaska

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 1, 1997 is “Aurora Over Circle, Alaska,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit and Copyright: Dick Hutchinson). The original explanation runs about 100 words.

From the explanation

“Explanation : Aurora can make spectacular sights. This particular aurora was photographed hovering over the town of Circle, Alaska.”

— APOD editors, January 1, 1997

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At a glance

Date: January 1, 1997
Type: Image
Credit: Credit and Copyright: Dick Hutchinson
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 100 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, January 1, 1997 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-1997-january-01-aurora-over-circle-alaska

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