Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Planets in the West

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 18, 2002 is “Planets in the West,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: John French ( Abrams Planetarium , MSU )). The original explanation runs about 186 words.

Planets in the West
Credit & Copyright: John French ( Abrams Planetarium , MSU ) Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Have you seen any bright planets lately? Chances are if you’ve been outside under clear skies just after sunset, then you have.”

— APOD editors, April 18, 2002

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
April 18, 2002
Type
Image
Credit
Credit & Copyright: John French ( Abrams Planetarium , MSU )
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 186 words

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The MoonVenusMarsJupiterSaturnStar clusters

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