Astronomy Picture of the Day · November 17, 2004

Aurora Over Wisconsin

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 17, 2004 is “Aurora Over Wisconsin,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Chris VenHaus). The original explanation runs about 88 words.

From the explanation

“The auroral displays of the past week are being reported as some of the most beautiful in memory . In particular, impressive auroral bands fanned out over much of eastern North America after sunset on November 8.”

— APOD editors, November 17, 2004

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At a glance

Date: November 17, 2004
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Chris VenHaus
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 88 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, November 17, 2004 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2004-november-17-aurora-over-wisconsin

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