Astronomy Picture of the Day · June 21, 2004

Analemma over Ancient Nemea

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 21, 2004 is “Analemma over Ancient Nemea,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Anthony Ayiomamitis). The original explanation runs about 141 words.

From the explanation

“An analemma is that figure-8 curve that you get when you mark the position of the Sun at the same time each day throughout planet Earth’s year.”

— APOD editors, June 21, 2004

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At a glance

Date: June 21, 2004
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Anthony Ayiomamitis
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 141 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, June 21, 2004 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2004-june-21-analemma-over-ancient-nemea

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