Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Crescent Europa
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 25, 2002 is “Crescent Europa,” an image. It is credited to Credit: Voyager 2 , NASA. The original explanation runs about 173 words.
From the explanation
“Although the phase of this moon might appear familiar, the moon itself might not. In fact, this crescent shows part of Jupiter ‘s moon Europa .”
— APOD editors, February 25, 2002
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- February 25, 2002
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Voyager 2 , NASA
- Copyright
- No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 173 words