Astronomy Picture of the Day · August 17, 2003

Natural Saturn On The Cassini Cruise

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 17, 2003 is “Natural Saturn On The Cassini Cruise,” an image. It is credited to Credit: Hubble Heritage Team ( AURA / STScI / NASA ). The original explanation runs about 145 words.

From the explanation

“What could you see approaching Saturn aboard an interplanetary cruise ship? Your view would likely resemble this subtly shaded image of the gorgeous ringed gas giant.”

— APOD editors, August 17, 2003

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: August 17, 2003
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Hubble Heritage Team ( AURA / STScI / NASA )
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 145 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, August 17, 2003 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2003-august-17-natural-saturn-on-the-cassini-cruise

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