Astronomy Picture of the Day · June 12, 2002

A Partial Eclipse Over the Golden Gate Bridge

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 12, 2002 is “A Partial Eclipse Over the Golden Gate Bridge,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Gerard Barkats). The original explanation runs about 134 words.

From the explanation

“Part of the Sun disappeared behind the Moon earlier this week. Previously, the waning Moon was best visible from all places on Earth during the early morning hours because it led the Sun.”

— APOD editors, June 12, 2002

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: June 12, 2002
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Gerard Barkats
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 134 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, June 12, 2002 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2002-june-12-a-partial-eclipse-over-the-golden-gate-bridge

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