Astronomy Picture of the Day · April 19, 2002

The Old Moon in the New Moon's Arms

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 19, 2002 is “The Old Moon in the New Moon's Arms,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Laurent Laveder). The original explanation runs about 147 words.

From the explanation

“Also known as the Moon’s “ashen glow” or “the old Moon in the new Moon’s arms”, Earthshine is Earthlight reflected from the Moon’s night side.”

— APOD editors, April 19, 2002

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: April 19, 2002
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Laurent Laveder
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 147 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, April 19, 2002 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2002-april-19-the-old-moon-in-the-new-moons-arms

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