Astronomy Picture of the Day · November 23, 2001

Counting Falling Stardust

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 23, 2001 is “Counting Falling Stardust,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Rick Scott). The original explanation runs about 117 words.

From the explanation

“In the clear, dark and moonless predawn hours of November 18 , Greenbelt, Maryland’s local baseball field was packed. The crowd stared skyward and occasionally conversed in hushed and reverent tones.”

— APOD editors, November 23, 2001

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: November 23, 2001
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Rick Scott
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 117 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, November 23, 2001 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2001-november-23-counting-falling-stardust

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