Astronomy Picture of the Day · September 16, 2005

Northern Lights, September Skies

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 16, 2005 is “Northern Lights, September Skies,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Philippe Moussette). The original explanation runs about 138 words.

From the explanation

“So far, the Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights have made some remarkable visits to September’s skies . The reason, of course, is the not-so-quiet Sun .”

— APOD editors, September 16, 2005

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: September 16, 2005
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Philippe Moussette
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 138 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, September 16, 2005 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2005-september-16-northern-lights-september-skies

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