Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 3, 2005

Solar System Rising Over Fire Island

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 3, 2005 is “Solar System Rising Over Fire Island,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Larry Landolfi (Landolfi Photography)). The original explanation runs about 176 words.

From the explanation

“If you wait long enough, the entire Solar System will rise before you. To see such a sight, however, you will need to look in the direction of the ecliptic .”

— APOD editors, May 3, 2005

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: May 3, 2005
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Larry Landolfi (Landolfi Photography)
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 176 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, May 3, 2005 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2005-may-3-solar-system-rising-over-fire-island

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