Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 30, 2001

Anticrepuscular Rays Over Colorado

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 30, 2001 is “Anticrepuscular Rays Over Colorado,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: John Britton). The original explanation runs about 141 words.

From the explanation

“What’s happening over the horizon? Although the scene may appear somehow supernatural , nothing more unusual is occurring than a setting Sun and some well placed clouds.”

— APOD editors, October 30, 2001

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 30, 2001
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: John Britton
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 141 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 30, 2001 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2001-october-30-anticrepuscular-rays-over-colorado

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