Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 4, 2001

Moonbow with Sailboats

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 4, 2001 is “Moonbow with Sailboats,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Matt BenDaniel). The original explanation runs about 139 words.

From the explanation

“Have you ever seen a moonbow? Just as rainbows are lit by the Sun , moonbows are lit by the Moon .”

— APOD editors, July 4, 2001

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: July 4, 2001
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Matt BenDaniel
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 139 words

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The Moon The Sun

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, July 4, 2001 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2001-july-4-moonbow-with-sailboats

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