Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 15, 1999

Moon Crashers

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 15, 1999 is “Moon Crashers,” an image. It is credited to Credit: NASA. The original explanation runs about 209 words.

From the explanation

“On July 31, 1964, Ranger 7 crashed into the Moon. S.”

— APOD editors, October 15, 1999

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 15, 1999
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: NASA
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 209 words