Astronomy Picture of the Day · August 20, 1997

Bright Meteor, Dark Sky

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 20, 1997 is “Bright Meteor, Dark Sky,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: W. Pacholka). The original explanation runs about 120 words.

From the explanation

“Has Orion the Hunter acquired a new weapon? If you turn your head sideways (counterclockwise) you might notice the familiar constellation of Orion , particularly the three consecutive bright stars that make up Orion’s belt .”

— APOD editors, August 20, 1997

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At a glance

Date: August 20, 1997
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: W. Pacholka
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 120 words

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Orion Meteors

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, August 20, 1997 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-1997-august-20-bright-meteor-dark-sky

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