Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 18, 2004

Anvil Cloud Over Sicily

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 18, 2004 is “Anvil Cloud Over Sicily,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Christina Carlton). The original explanation runs about 145 words.

From the explanation

“The cloud poses no danger to the building. Appearing to float above a remote monastery in Sicily , Italy , the anvil cloud ‘s shape shows several classic cloud features.”

— APOD editors, February 18, 2004

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At a glance

Date: February 18, 2004
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Christina Carlton
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 145 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 18, 2004 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2004-february-18-anvil-cloud-over-sicily

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