Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 23, 2006

Orionid Meteors Over Turkey

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 23, 2006 is “Orionid Meteors Over Turkey,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Tunc Tezel). The original explanation runs about 147 words.

From the explanation

“Meteors have been flowing out from the constellation Orion. This was expected, as mid-October is the time of year for the Orionids Meteor Shower .”

— APOD editors, October 23, 2006

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 23, 2006
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Tunc Tezel
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 147 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 23, 2006 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2006-october-23-orionid-meteors-over-turkey

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