Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Zodiacal Light and the False Dawn
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 25, 2004 is “Zodiacal Light and the False Dawn,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Stefan Seip). The original explanation runs about 175 words.
From the explanation
“An unusual triangle of light will be particularly bright near the eastern horizon before sunrise during the next two months for observers in Earth’s northern hemisphere. Once considered a false dawn , this triangle of light is actually Zodiacal Light , light reflected from interplanetary dust particles .”
— APOD editors, August 25, 2004
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- August 25, 2004
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit & Copyright: Stefan Seip
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 175 words