Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 28, 1997

Mars: Just The Fiction

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 28, 1997 is “Mars: Just The Fiction,” an image. It is credited to Credit: The Viking Project, NASA. The original explanation runs about 166 words.

From the explanation

“For centuries, astronomers have observed Mars , patiently compiling many facts and theories. Like a distant mirror of Earth dwellers’ hopes and fears for the future, Mars, the fourth planet from the sun , has inspired profound works of fiction as well.”

— APOD editors, May 28, 1997

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: May 28, 1997
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: The Viking Project, NASA
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 166 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, May 28, 1997 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-1997-may-28-mars-just-the-fiction

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