Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 4, 2000

Planets Above The Clouds

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 4, 2000 is “Planets Above The Clouds,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: B. Magrath). The original explanation runs about 177 words.

From the explanation

“Clouds scatter the faint orange rays of the setting sun in the foreground of this breathtaking photograph from the summit of Mauna Kea, Hawaii . Taken on April 7th, this skyscape features a dramatic lunar and planetary alignment .”

— APOD editors, May 4, 2000

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: May 4, 2000
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: B. Magrath
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 177 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, May 4, 2000 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2000-may-04-planets-above-the-clouds

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