Astronomy Picture of the Day · June 24, 2005

Planets in the West

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 24, 2005 is “Planets in the West,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Jimmy Westlake ( Colorado Mountain College )). The original explanation runs about 134 words.

From the explanation

“This week end three planets will grace the western sky , forming a lovely trio easily visible shortly after sunset. Saturday evening in particular will find Saturn , Venus , and Mercury all within a 2 degree circle (about the size of your thumb held at arm’s length) above the western horizon.”

— APOD editors, June 24, 2005

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: June 24, 2005
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Jimmy Westlake ( Colorado Mountain College )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 134 words

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Venus Saturn

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, June 24, 2005 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2005-june-24-planets-in-the-west

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