Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 18, 2001

Mars from Earth

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 18, 2001 is “Mars from Earth,” an image. It is credited to Credit: Jim Bell ( Cornell ) et al. , Hubble Heritage Team ( AURA / STScI / NASA ). The original explanation runs about 153 words.

From the explanation

“Last month, Mars and Earth were right next to each other in their orbits. Formally called opposition , the event was highlighted by a very bright Mars for skywatchers and a good photo opportunity for the Hubble Space Telescope .”

— APOD editors, July 18, 2001

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At a glance

Date: July 18, 2001
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Jim Bell ( Cornell ) et al. , Hubble Heritage Team ( AURA / STScI / NASA )
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 153 words

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Mars Hubble Space Telescope

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, July 18, 2001 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2001-july-18-mars-from-earth

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