Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 8, 2003

Mt. Anatahan Erupts

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 8, 2003 is “Mt. Anatahan Erupts,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Allan Sauter ( Scripps )). The original explanation runs about 108 words.

From the explanation

“Nobody suspected that this volcano would erupt. Mt.”

— APOD editors, July 8, 2003

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At a glance

Date: July 8, 2003
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Allan Sauter ( Scripps )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 108 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, July 8, 2003 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2003-july-8-mt-anatahan-erupts

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