Astronomy Picture of the Day · December 25, 2003

Venus and the 37 Hour Moon

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 25, 2003 is “Venus and the 37 Hour Moon,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: James W. Young ( Table Mountain Observatory ), Used With Permission). The original explanation runs about 129 words.

From the explanation

“At Table Mountain Observatory , near Wrightwood California, USA on October 26, wild fires were approaching from the east. But looking toward the west just after sunset , astronomer James Young could still enjoy this comforting view of a young crescent Moon and brilliant Venus through the the fading twilight.”

— APOD editors, December 25, 2003

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: December 25, 2003
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: James W. Young ( Table Mountain Observatory ), Used With Permission
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 129 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, December 25, 2003 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2003-december-25-venus-and-the-37-hour-moon

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