Astronomy Picture of the Day · December 30, 2002

A Sun Pillar

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 30, 2002 is “A Sun Pillar,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Dave Liquorice). The original explanation runs about 93 words.

From the explanation

“Have you ever seen a sun pillar ? When the air is cold and the Sun is rising or setting , falling ice crystals can reflect sunlight and create an unusual column of light.”

— APOD editors, December 30, 2002

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: December 30, 2002
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Dave Liquorice
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 93 words

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The Sun

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, December 30, 2002 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2002-december-30-a-sun-pillar

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