Astronomy Picture of the Day · December 28, 2000

Moon Mare and Montes

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 28, 2000 is “Moon Mare and Montes,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Peter Armstrong). The original explanation runs about 169 words.

From the explanation

“This arresting image of the third quarter moon in the excellent skies above the Pine Crest Farm Observatory, Dell Prairie, Wisconsin, was recorded with a 24 inch telescope and digital camera on October 19.”

— APOD editors, December 28, 2000

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: December 28, 2000
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Peter Armstrong
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 169 words

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The Moon

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, December 28, 2000 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2000-december-28-moon-mare-and-montes

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