Astronomy Picture of the Day · March 8, 2004

Moon and Venus over Corona Del Mar Beach

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 8, 2004 is “Moon and Venus over Corona Del Mar Beach,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Wally Pacholka (Astropics)). The original explanation runs about 101 words.

From the explanation

“The crescent Moon passed nearly in front of Venus two weeks ago. The close conjunction of the night sky ‘s two brightest objects created a striking pose for many viewing the evening sky just after sunset.”

— APOD editors, March 8, 2004

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At a glance

Date: March 8, 2004
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Wally Pacholka (Astropics)
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 101 words

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The Moon Venus

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, March 8, 2004 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2004-march-8-moon-and-venus-over-corona-del-mar-beach

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