Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 13, 2003

Mercury Transits the Sun

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 13, 2003 is “Mercury Transits the Sun,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Thierry Legault). The original explanation runs about 149 words.

From the explanation

“How big is the Sun? The Sun is not only larger than any planet, it is larger than all of the planets put together.”

— APOD editors, May 13, 2003

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: May 13, 2003
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Thierry Legault
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 149 words