Astronomy Picture of the Day · August 9, 2002

Fireworks and Shooting Stars

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 9, 2002 is “Fireworks and Shooting Stars,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Jim Steele). The original explanation runs about 164 words.

From the explanation

“Experimenting with a new telescope and camera, photographer Jim Steele captured this surreal but festive image of fireworks in the night sky above Ashland, Oregon. The date was July 4th and the fiery streaks were part of the traditional annual celebration of independence day in the United States .”

— APOD editors, August 9, 2002

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: August 9, 2002
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Jim Steele
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 164 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, August 9, 2002 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2002-august-9-fireworks-and-shooting-stars

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