Astronomy Picture of the Day · September 7, 2006

Colorful Moon Mosaic

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 7, 2006 is “Colorful Moon Mosaic,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Noel Carboni). The original explanation runs about 106 words.

From the explanation

“No single exposure can easily capture faint stars along with the subtle colors of the Moon. But this dramatic composite view highlights both.”

— APOD editors, September 7, 2006

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: September 7, 2006
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Noel Carboni
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 106 words

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The Moon

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, September 7, 2006 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2006-september-7-colorful-moon-mosaic

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