Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 4, 1997

Clyde W. Tombaugh: 1906-1997

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 4, 1997 is “Clyde W. Tombaugh: 1906-1997,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Clyde W. Tombaugh: 1906-1997 Credit and Copyright: J. Kelly Beatty). The original explanation runs about 222 words.

From the explanation

“Explanation : Astronomer Clyde Tombaugh , discoverer of Pluto, died on January 17th. Inspiring many during his long and exceptional career, he had been living in Las Cruces, New Mexico with his wife of 60 years, Patsy.”

— APOD editors, February 4, 1997

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At a glance

Date: February 4, 1997
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Clyde W. Tombaugh: 1906-1997 Credit and Copyright: J. Kelly Beatty
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 222 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 4, 1997 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-1997-february-04-clyde-w-tombaugh-1906-1997

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