Astronomy Picture of the Day · April 10, 2002

Unusual Rocks in Death Valley

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 10, 2002 is “Unusual Rocks in Death Valley,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Joe Orman). The original explanation runs about 150 words.

From the explanation

“How did those big rocks end up on that strange terrain? One of the more unusual places here on Earth occurs inside Death Valley , California , USA .”

— APOD editors, April 10, 2002

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At a glance

Date: April 10, 2002
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Joe Orman
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 150 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, April 10, 2002 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2002-april-10-unusual-rocks-in-death-valley

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