Astronomy Picture of the Day · June 10, 2006

Moon Over Haleakala

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 10, 2006 is “Moon Over Haleakala,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Rob Ratkowski). The original explanation runs about 122 words.

From the explanation

“A waxing crescent Moon shines over the caldera of dormant volcano Haleakala and observatory domes in this dramatic view from above the clouds. Looking west from Maui, Hawaii on May 31st, the scene also records the lights of Honolulu on the horizon.”

— APOD editors, June 10, 2006

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: June 10, 2006
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Rob Ratkowski
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 122 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, June 10, 2006 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2006-june-10-moon-over-haleakala

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