Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 19, 2005

Saturnian Aurora

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 19, 2005 is “Saturnian Aurora,” an image. It is credited to Credit: J. Trauger ( JPL ), NASA. The original explanation runs about 120 words.

From the explanation

“Saturn’s Rings are one of the most spectacular sights in the solar system. Still, this image from the Hubble Space Telescope offers a striking view of another kind of ring around Saturn – pole encircling rings of ultraviolet aurora .”

— APOD editors, February 19, 2005

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 19, 2005
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: J. Trauger ( JPL ), NASA
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 120 words

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Saturn Auroras Hubble Space Telescope

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 19, 2005 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2005-february-19-saturnian-aurora

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