Astronomy Picture of the Day · March 20, 2003

Sunrise Analemma

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 20, 2003 is “Sunrise Analemma,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Anthony Ayiomamitis). The original explanation runs about 189 words.

From the explanation

“Astronomically speaking , at the Equinox on March 21, 0100 UT (March 20, 8:00 PM ET) the season changes. For this Equinox the Sun rises due east as it crosses the celestial equator heading north.”

— APOD editors, March 20, 2003

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: March 20, 2003
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Anthony Ayiomamitis
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 189 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, March 20, 2003 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2003-march-20-sunrise-analemma

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