Astronomy Picture of the Day · August 4, 2004

Solar Arcs and Halos

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 4, 2004 is “Solar Arcs and Halos,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Eva Seidenfaden). The original explanation runs about 110 words.

From the explanation

“Have you ever seen a bright halo around the Sun? Unusual halos and arcs were so bright one recent afternoon in Trier , Germany that even casual people on the street noticed them.”

— APOD editors, August 4, 2004

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At a glance

Date: August 4, 2004
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Eva Seidenfaden
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 110 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, August 4, 2004 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2004-august-4-solar-arcs-and-halos

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