Astronomy Picture of the Day · August 22, 2003

Shadow Rise

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 22, 2003 is “Shadow Rise,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Steve Mandel). The original explanation runs about 141 words.

From the explanation

“As the Sun sets , the Earth’s shadow rises up from the east. The subtle beauty of this daily apparition is often overlooked in favor of the brighter, more colorful western horizon.”

— APOD editors, August 22, 2003

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: August 22, 2003
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Steve Mandel
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 141 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, August 22, 2003 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2003-august-22-shadow-rise

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