Astronomy Picture of the Day · September 29, 2003

Aurora Over the Chugach Mountains

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 29, 2003 is “Aurora Over the Chugach Mountains,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Calvin Hall ( Alaska’s Aurora )). The original explanation runs about 116 words.

From the explanation

“Auroras can make spectacular sights. Photographed above , flowing green auroras help the Moon illuminate the serene Portage Lake and the snowy Chugach Mountains near Anchorage, Alaska , USA .”

— APOD editors, September 29, 2003

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: September 29, 2003
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Calvin Hall ( Alaska’s Aurora )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 116 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, September 29, 2003 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2003-september-29-aurora-over-the-chugach-mountains

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