Astronomy Picture of the Day · September 26, 2002

Rocket Trail at Sunset

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 26, 2002 is “Rocket Trail at Sunset,” an image. It is credited to Credit: James W. Young ( TMO , JPL , NASA ) Used With Permission. The original explanation runs about 193 words.

From the explanation

“Bright light from a setting Sun and pale glow from a rising Moon both contribute to this stunning picture of a rocket exhaust trail twisting and drifting in the evening sky.”

— APOD editors, September 26, 2002

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: September 26, 2002
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: James W. Young ( TMO , JPL , NASA ) Used With Permission
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 193 words

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The Moon The Sun

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, September 26, 2002 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2002-september-26-rocket-trail-at-sunset

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