Astronomy Picture of the Day · April 4, 1997

Hale-Bopp in Stereo

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 4, 1997 is “Hale-Bopp in Stereo,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Hale-Bopp In Stereo Credit and Copyright: Jack H. Modjallal and Mack H. Frost). The original explanation runs about 112 words.

From the explanation

“Explanation : This stereo pair of Hale-Bopp images combines two pictures from slightly different viewing angles. Simulating stereo vision , the difference was generated by the comet’s apparent motion as it cruised through the inner Solar System .”

— APOD editors, April 4, 1997

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: April 4, 1997
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Hale-Bopp In Stereo Credit and Copyright: Jack H. Modjallal and Mack H. Frost
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 112 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, April 4, 1997 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-1997-april-04-hale-bopp-in-stereo

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