Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Two Worlds, One Sun
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 10, 2004 is “Two Worlds, One Sun,” an image. It is credited to Credit: Cornell University , Mars Exploration Rover Mission , JPL , NASA. The original explanation runs about 164 words.
From the explanation
“Two Worlds, One Sun , is the legend emblazoned on the Spirit rover’s camera calibration target. Resting on the rover’s rear deck , it also doubles as a sundial , allowing students to determine the solar time at Spirit’s landing site on Mars.”
— APOD editors, January 10, 2004
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- January 10, 2004
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Cornell University , Mars Exploration Rover Mission , JPL , NASA
- Copyright
- No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 164 words