Astronomy Picture of the Day · December 23, 2001

Saturn Aurora

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 23, 2001 is “Saturn Aurora,” an image. It is credited to Credit: J. Trauger ( JPL ), NASA. The original explanation runs about 159 words.

From the explanation

“the second largest planet in the Solar System, Saturn’s Rings are one of the most spectacular sights for earthbound telescopes. This image from the orbiting Hubble Space Telescope ‘s STIS instrument , offers a striking view of another kind of ring around Saturn – pole encircling rings of ultraviolet aurora .”

— APOD editors, December 23, 2001

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: December 23, 2001
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: J. Trauger ( JPL ), NASA
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 159 words

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Saturn Auroras Hubble Space Telescope

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, December 23, 2001 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2001-december-23-saturnian-aurora

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