Astronomy Picture of the Day · June 3, 2003

The Milky Way Behind an Eclipsed Moon

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 3, 2003 is “The Milky Way Behind an Eclipsed Moon,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Juan Carlos Casado). The original explanation runs about 191 words.

From the explanation

“What’s behind the Moon? Each month, our Moon passes in front of — and outshines — many an interesting star field.”

— APOD editors, June 3, 2003

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: June 3, 2003
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Juan Carlos Casado
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 191 words

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Topics in this entry

The Moon The Sun The Milky Way Eclipses

Topics are matched from words in the title and explanation.

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, June 3, 2003 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2003-june-3-the-milky-way-behind-an-eclipsed-moon

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