Astronomy Picture of the Day · September 17, 2006

Anticrepuscular Rays Over Florida

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 17, 2006 is “Anticrepuscular Rays Over Florida,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Daniel Herron). The original explanation runs about 175 words.

From the explanation

“What’s happening over the horizon? Although the scene may appear somehow supernatural , nothing more unusual is occurring than a setting Sun and some well placed clouds.”

— APOD editors, September 17, 2006

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: September 17, 2006
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Daniel Herron
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 175 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, September 17, 2006 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2006-september-17-anticrepuscular-rays-over-florida

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